Gastroenterology Health & Science Specialist - Fairfax, VA

Pfizer • Arlington, VA

3d • $108,600 - $250,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Care - GI Health & Science Specialist is a field-based specialty sales role responsible for driving the launch and growth of GI products through compliant, strategic relationships within assigned accounts. The role partners with Therapeutic Area Specialists and Key Opinion Leaders to execute promotional strategies, support formulary access, and deliver high-impact customer engagement. The specialist uses sales acumen, product and disease-state expertise, and structured in-person engagement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

The role supports Pfizer’s GI Sales organization mission to connect scientific innovation with clinicians and care systems, promote therapies compliantly, help customers understand appropriate use, and reduce access and workflow barriers. The territory includes Fairfax, Arlington, and Manassas, Virginia, and Hagerstown, Maryland. The position is field-based, requires residence within a workable distance of all territory business locations, and involves travel to accounts, with overnight stays as necessary depending on territory size and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or an associate’s degree with at least 8 years of work experience, or a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 10 years of work experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device sales; pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device marketing; or aligned therapeutic-specific healthcare provider experience.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and driving record that complies with company standards.
• Any DUI/DWI or other impaired driving citation within the past 7 years disqualifies candidates from being hired.
• Ability to travel to all accounts and office locations within the territory.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. by any employer and have permanent U.S. work authorization; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to reside within a workable distance of all points of business in the assigned territory.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of specialty sales experience, preferably in gastroenterology, immunology, or inflammation.
• Strong understanding of complex disease states, biologics, and specialty reimbursement and distribution processes.
• Experience engaging key opinion leaders and high-influence accounts.
• Demonstrated business acumen, data-driven decision making, and strategic thinking.
• Strong digital engagement capability, such as Veeva Engage or Teams, and comfort with hybrid selling models.

Responsibilities

• Drive customer engagement and sales performance through effective in-person interactions.
• Build strong, compliant relationships with healthcare professionals and office staff across assigned accounts.
• Deliver approved promotional and disease-state messaging to support appropriate product use.
• Use product, disease, and market knowledge to identify opportunities and prioritize accounts.
• Support patient access by providing information on reimbursement, hubs, and co-pay resources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to address customer needs and advance business objectives.
• Use digital tools and insights to plan, execute, and optimize territory activities.
• Partner with Therapeutic Area Specialists and Key Opinion Leaders to execute promotional strategies and support formulary access.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver, parental, and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional Sales Incentive bonus.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level