Gastroenterology Health & Science Specialist - Austin TX
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 is based in the assigned territory, which includes Austin, San Marcos, Round Rock, Fredericksburg, Killen, and Dripping Springs. The employee must live within a workable distance of the territory’s business locations and be able to travel to accounts and offices throughout the territory. Overnight stays may be required 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 a driving record compliant with company standards.
- Any DUI/DWI or other impaired-driving citation within the past 7 years disqualifies applicants from being hired.
- Ability to reside within a workable distance of all business locations in the assigned territory and travel to accounts and office locations within the territory.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available.
- Permanent work authorization in the United States is required.
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 providers 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 about 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, support formulary access, and deliver customer engagement.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
- Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
- Sales incentive bonus.
- Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
