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Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Advanced Specialty Care Respiratory Biologics

Location Portland, Oregon, United States Job ID R-234805 Date posted 07/09/2025

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means thinking big and workingtogether to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmetneeds of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change thecourse of medicine and bring big new ideas to life.

At AstraZeneca, we are taking bold action on climate because we recognize the connection between

healthy people and a healthy planet. As part of our flagship Ambition Zero Carbon program, we have

committed to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025, which means that all of our drivers willbe assigned an EV.

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Portland TerritoryRespiratory Biologics Advanced Specialty Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives!

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Develops and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of complex clinical disease states and

advanced treatment guidelines.

Clearly communicates complex product information to healthcare professionals to positively

impact patient outcomes.

Analyzes market trends and develops strategic business plans that leverage a deep understanding

of the market landscape, dynamics and patient access challenges.

Addressing customer needs and driving sales performance.

Provides solutions to customer by creating tailored experiences that address the unique needs of

each account.

Collaborates effectively across sales teams and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of

strategies and comprehensive management of key accounts.

Identifies opportunities for process improvement, demonstrates a growth mindset and seeks

innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.

Essential Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

3+ yrs of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience or a combination of: pharmaceutical,

healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry / settings within the healthcare

ecosystem

Experience in account planning and/or complex reimbursement model

A valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Essential Skills and Capabilities

Clinical Acumen

Business Acumen

Customer Engagement

Growth & Innovation Mindset

Desirable Requirements (Inputs from Hiring Manager can be entered)

Must live within Geography

  • Territory includes the state of Oregon and SW Washington up to Longview

Please note - Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together.

Where can I find out more?

Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

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So, what’s next!

If you are interested, please apply.

Date Posted

08-Sep-2025

Closing Date

14-Sep-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.



AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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