Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Respiratory Specialty Care -San Jose, CA

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Respiratory Specialty Care - San Jose, CA

Cities include: San Francisco, Santa Rosa

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course 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 will be assigned an EV.

Our ambition is to transform Respiratory & Immunology (R&I) care for patients, moving beyond symptom control to disease modification, remission and, one day, cure. We are united in our relentless pursuit to transform care for millions of people by positively impacting society and the planet. We thrive in an inclusive culture where people feel appreciated, developed and connected.

As a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Respiratory Specialty Care 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 strong in-depth knowledge of clinical disease states and current treatment guidelines to effectively support and inform healthcare professionals
• Effectively communicates product information to healthcare professionals to positively influence prescribing behavior.
• Executes call plans and Brand Strategy by translating complex data to actionable insights, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market needs.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with healthcare professionals, ensuring development of trust and ongoing engagement.
• Drives portfolio demand performance through meaningful customer interactions primarily through face to face engagement while also leveraging multiple channels such as digital platforms to effectively reach customers.
• Collaborate effectively across sales teams and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of strategies
• Demonstrates a growth mindset, seeking innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement, continuously improving strategies and outcomes.
• Maintains a focus on the patient by aligning sales strategies with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes and healthcare experiences through effective product utilization.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ yrs 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

Essential Skills and Capabilities

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

Desirable Requirements

area experience, specialization in clinical setting, and sales experience

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

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $107,172 -$160,758.  However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

24-Mar-2026

Closing Date

15-May-2026Our 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.