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AstraZeneca is a major international healthcare business engaged in the research, development, manufacture and marketing of prescription pharmaceuticals and the supply of healthcare services.

But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca, we're proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration.

Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

We have received many honors, including: Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list (2009) Woman Engineer Magazine's 18th Annual "Top 50 Employers" (2008) The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers (2007-2008) CEO Cancer Gold Standard Reaccreditation, CEO Roundtable on Cancer (2008 & 2009) 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers by Working Mother Magazine (2002 - 2008) 100 Best Companies to Work For in America by Fortune Magazine* (2008) *Only large pharmaceutical company included on the list Diversity MBA Magazine Top 50 Companies in Diversity Leadership (2008) Men's Fitness Top 15 Fittest Companies in America (2008) The Scientist Best Places to Work in Industry (2008) Fit-Friendly Company Award, American Heart Association (2007) Top Employer, Science Magazine (2002 - 2007)Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - CNS SC1 - Fort Collins, COJob Summary MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: *Responsible for selling, maintaining and documenting all sales activities for the AstraZeneca CNS portfolio of products to physicians in community mental health facilities as well as office-based practices, private practice, in group practices, in hospital settings, and CNS residency and fellowship programs within a defined geographic territory.

*Responsible for positioning AstraZeneca as a leader in the development and implementation of CNS products/practices that improve patient outcomes.

The ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships with Key Customers and patient advocacy groups is also necessary.

*Maintain a high level of clinical expertise by consistently utilizing all available medical information resources.

*Work with RAD and DSM's to develop and direct sales strategies at key accounts assigned in the territory.

*Develop and direct sales strategies at key accounts assigned in the territory.

*Develop and implement clinical sales presentations to groups of healthcare personnel during medical meetings, and the general public in health fairs and support groups.

*Maximize key physician contact by networking within accounts and at all medical meetings.

*Products sold include SEROQUEL XR Requirements EDUCATION: * Bachelors degree EDUCATION: * Bachelors degree EXPERIENCE: *At least two years of documented, full-time, successful pharmaceutical sales, or at the discretion of those involved in the hiring process, related sales to physicians and hospitals such as medical equipment; or five years of experience in treating patients with CNS disorders, or in another CNS related business discipline.

*Experience and knowledge of CNS products and disorders, especially those associated in treating the chronic mentally ill.*Experience selling and knowledge of CNS products or diseases preferred*Experience selling in retail and non-retail settings including mental health clinics, hospitals, and office-based private practices.

*History of building and influencing customer relationships, and goal achievement*Demonstrated clinical selling skills*Demonstrated ability to manage PREP budget and to work through the PRA process ADDITIONAL SKILLS: *Knowledge of medical equipment, territory management direct and in-direct sales processes*Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills, and presentation skills*Problem solving skills*Business administration skills*Laptop computer skills*Managed Care knowledge including prior authorization successes, demonstrated understanding of managed care contracting*Proven ability to understand, internalize, and routinely present challenging scientific information*Ability to freely accept, implement, and exchange best practices COMPANY: AstraZeneca is a global leader in the research, development and marketing of gastrointestinal (GI), oncology (ONC), anesthesia/pain management (PAIN), cardiovascular (CV), central nervous system (CNS) and respiratory (RESP) products.

Leveraging our powerful science-based culture, strengthened R&D platforms, and enhanced worldwide marketing/sales assets; AstraZeneca has emerged as one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in the world.

We want you to build a balanced life at AstraZeneca.

Your career is just one part of that.

We offer competitive salaries, rewards and recognitions for your invaluable time and efforts.

We also bring you all the things you need to for your life outside of your work: generous health and welfare benefits flexible scheduling child care programs learning and development opportunities fitness centers and other personal conveniencesAt AstraZeneca, we put people first.

Whether it's the patients we help or the employees who make everything we do possible.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer.

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