Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Respiratory Specialty Care - Chattanooga,TN

AstraZeneca turns ideas into life-changing medicines. We focus on the potential of science to address unmet patient needs globally and commit to areas where we can truly change the course of medicine. As part of our Ambition Zero Carbon program, we are transitioning to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025. Our ambition in Respiratory & Immunology (R&I) is to transform patient care—moving beyond symptom control to disease modification, remission, and cure. We thrive in an inclusive culture where people feel appreciated, developed, and connected.

About the role

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Respiratory Specialty Care Team, you’ll channel our scientific capabilities to positively impact and change patients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and demonstrate strong in-depth knowledge of clinical disease states and current treatment guidelines to effectively support and inform healthcare professionals.
• Communicate product information to healthcare professionals to positively influence prescribing behavior.
• Execute call plans and Brand Strategy by translating complex data into actionable insights, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market needs.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with healthcare professionals, fostering trust and ongoing engagement.
• Drive portfolio demand performance through meaningful customer interactions, primarily face-to-face, while leveraging digital platforms to reach customers effectively.
• Collaborate across sales teams and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of strategies.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset, seeking innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement, and continuously improving strategies and outcomes.
• Maintain a focus on the patient by aligning sales strategies with the goal of improving patient outcomes and healthcare experiences through effective product utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 2+ years of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience, or a combination of pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry experience.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Skills

• Clinical Acumen
• Business Acumen
• Customer Engagement
• Growth & Innovation Mindset

Desirable Qualifications

• Therapeutic area experience.
• Specialization in a clinical setting.
• Sales experience.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Posted 01-Aug-2026.