Regional Account Manager-Neurology (Illinois/Indy based Candidates)
Axsome Therapeutics Inc- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)
Cytokinetics
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical sales, with a strong preference for experience in cardiology, rare diseases, or specialty products. Launch experience with sole territory ownership is highly desired, and familiarity with specialty product launches is preferred.
As a Cardiovascular Account Specialist, you will introduce Cytokinetics within your territory and launch its first commercial product, a novel cardiac myosin inhibitor for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), by developing territory-specific account plans, identifying and developing strategic relationships with IDNs and hospitals, and serving as a subject matter expert for customers while coordinating with a local integrated field team. You will also be responsible for communicating approved resources to healthcare professionals and creating demand for the product launch by delivering clinically relevant disease and product information.
Develops drugs for muscle function disorders
Cytokinetics focuses on developing medicines that improve muscle function for patients with cardiovascular and neuromuscular diseases. Their products are small molecule drugs designed to either enhance or inhibit muscle function, tailored to specific therapeutic needs. The company has a pipeline of drugs, including omecamtiv mecarbil and reldesemtiv, which are in various stages of clinical trials. Unlike many competitors, Cytokinetics emphasizes rigorous scientific research and has conducted over 50 clinical trials to ensure the effectiveness of its treatments. The goal is to bring new therapies to market that address the unmet needs of patients suffering from conditions like heart failure, ALS, and HCM.