Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Territory Manager, Cincinnati

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.$176K — $243K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5+ years in pharmaceutical or biotechnology sales, specifically in oncology
  • Ability to work independently in a field-based role
  • Knowledge of compliant promotion in regulated environments
  • Valid driver's license and extensive travel capability

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a territory business plan aligned with brand strategy
  • Engage oncology accounts including oncologists and pharmacists
  • Provide compliant and accurate product information and education
  • Manage account interactions for appropriate product use
  • Analyze territory data to optimize strategy and resource allocation
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support patient access initiatives
  • Document customer interactions and maintain compliance with regulations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous parental leave and family planning support
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive culture
Full Job Description
The Territory Manager is responsible for driving commercial performance within an assigned geographic territory by developing and maintaining professional relationships with oncology healthcare providers. This role executes brand strategy at the territory level through compliant, high-quality scientific and product education, supporting appropriate patient identification and access. The Territory Manager operates independently in the field while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver insights that inform business strategy, all in accordance with FDA regulations, company policies, and industry codes of conduct. Key Responsibilities: Territory & Account Management (50%) • Develop and execute a comprehensive territory business plan aligned with brand strategy, business objectives, and compliance requirements • Identify, prioritize, and engage oncology accounts, including oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and key office staff • Deliver accurate, balanced, and approved product information, clinical data, and disease state education in a compliant manner • Manage account interactions to support appropriate product utilization within approved indications • Analyze territory performance data to adjust strategy and optimize call planning and resource allocation Cross-Functional Collaboration & Field Insights (25%) • Collaborate with Market Access, Medical Affairs, Sales Leadership, and other internal stakeholders to support patient access and education efforts • Communicate field-based insights related to customer needs, market dynamics, competitive activity, and reimbursement trends • Participate in internal meetings, training programs, and business reviews as required Administrative, Reporting & Compliance Activities (20%) • Maintain timely and accurate documentation of customer interactions, call activity, and territory plans within the CRM system • Complete expense reporting, sample accountability (if applicable), and other administrative requirements in accordance with company policy • Ensure strict adherence to FDA regulations, company SOPs, and industry compliance standards, including promotional practices Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree required • Minimum of 5+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology sales experience, with oncology experience required • Demonstrated ability to work independently in a field-based role with limited supervision • Strong understanding of compliant promotion within a regulated environment • Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory Preferred Capabilities • Prior oncology specialty sales experience in a small-to-midsize biotech or emerging company environment • Knowledge of oncology treatment landscapes, clinical pathways, and reimbursement considerations • Proven ability to interpret data and translate insights into effective territory strategies • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Additional Information Deciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary pay range for this role is $176,000-$243,000. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location. Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable) Benefits: • Competitive salary and annual bonus. • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more. • Generous parental leave and family planning benefits. • Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

About Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative medicines to improve the lives of cancer patients. The company's drug candidates include ripretinib, a broad-spectrum KIT and PDGFR? inhibitor, and DCC-3014, a selective inhibitor of CSF1R. Ripretinib is in clinical development for the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), systemic mastocytosis (SM), and other solid tumors. DCC-3014 is in Phase 1 clinical development for the treatment of solid tumors. Deciphera Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Learn more about Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Size
280 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$266.4 million
Founded
2003
Revenue
$42 million
NASDAQ

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