Account Specialist (Asheville, NC)
Praxis Precision Medicines is seeking a driven and customer-focused Account Specialist to join their team in Asheville, NC. This remote-based role requires flexibility and willingness to travel within a specified region and for company-related purposes as needed. As the company prepares for commercialization, the Account Specialist will play a pivotal role in executing field strategies and driving commercial performance across a defined territory. The primary focus will be on engaging healthcare providers, building strong customer relationships, and delivering on commercial objectives.
In this role, the Account Specialist will be responsible for executing territory business plans to achieve and exceed sales goals. This includes developing and maintaining strong relationships with healthcare providers and key stakeholders, driving product adoption through effective customer engagement and education, and navigating complex patient pathways to support access to therapy. The specialist will also collaborate with Market Access, Strategic Accounts, Patient Services, and Medical teams to optimize customer and patient outcomes, support launch execution, and leverage field insights to inform strategy and improve execution.
Candidates should have at least 5 years of direct sales experience in central nervous system or specialty pharmaceuticals, with a deep understanding of complex patient pathways and specialist prescriber dynamics. Experience with formulary access strategies, early market penetration tactics, and selling into hospital systems, integrated delivery networks, and institutional accounts is highly preferred. A strong track record of consistent performance against quota and territory goals, along with evidence of execution against target metrics with year-over-year improvement, is essential. The role requires comfort with regular use of a computer and other office equipment, clear communication, and occasional movement.
The annualized base salary for this position ranges from $160,000 to $192,000 USD, with placement within this range based on job-related factors, including experience and qualifications. Praxis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 99% of the premium paid for medical, dental, and vision plans, company-paid life insurance, AD&D, disability benefits, and voluntary plans to personalize coverage. Additional benefits include a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% on eligible contributions, long-term stock incentives, a discretionary quarterly bonus, flexible wellness benefits, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and company-wide shutdowns.
Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance. The company's core values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity, and Results are foundational to every aspect of their business. Praxis is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging individuals to bring their authentic selves and perspectives to work each day.