Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dynamic professional who excels at engaging scientific thought leaders in in-depth scientific discussions to join our team. The Regional Cardiovascular Lead (RCL) is a field-based expert responsible for engaging clinical scientific leaders and key decision makers to drive scientific exchange, product adoption, and gather strategic insights in the cardiovascular space. This role supports cross-functional collaboration, territory business planning, attendance at key scientific society meetings and compliance in alignment with our Company's business objectives.
- This is a field-based position in a territory that includes: Atlanta, Columbus and Marietta
- Candidates must be willing to travel within their assigned geography, including overnight travel
- Travel (%) varies based on candidate's location within the geography
Key Responsibilities- Scientific Engagement: Act as a trusted resource on cardiovascular disease and our Company products. Lead approved scientific discussions, attend key scientific society meetings, and support educational programs.
- Insights & Strategy: Identify customer needs and treatment dynamics. Share actionable insights with HQ and collaborate on territory-level business plans.
- Sales and Account Management: Develop territory-level business plans, drive pull-through efforts, monitor performance, and maintain product expertise.
- Compliance: Ensure all activities meet legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. Accurately document customer interactions.
Minimum Requirements- Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience in sales, healthcare, or marketing.
- Strong communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills with ability to convey complex scientific and public health-related concepts to multiple audiences.
- Technologically proficient (e.g., MS Office, iPad).
- Ability to travel within assigned territory, including overnight stays.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PharmD).
- 2+ years of recent cardiovascular market and product experience.
- Experience in thought leader engagement within healthcare.
Required Skills: Account Management, Account Management, Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Attendance Tracking, Biopharmaceuticals, Business Management, Business Planning, Business Planning and Control System (BPCS), Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Feedback Management, Data Analysis, Ethical Standards, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Legal Compliance, Market Analysis, Pharmaceutical Sales, Pharmacokinetics, Product Knowledge, Profit Planning, Public Health, Regulatory Compliance, Sales Reporting, Sales Training {+ 2 more}
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San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
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Employee Status: Regular
Relocation:VISA Sponsorship:Travel Requirements:Flexible Work Arrangements:Remote
Shift:Valid Driving License:Hazardous Material(s):Job Posting End Date:07/25/2026
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