Clinical Science Specialist

Requisition ID: 13376Position Title: Clinical Science SpecialistWorking Location: Newark, NJRequired Experience: See DescriptionRequired Education: See DescriptionRequired Travel: 30Job DescriptionGenzyme Corporation, ranked as one of the foremost biotechnology companies in the world, is committed to providing an exceptional environment in which individuals can excel, and achieve their professional and personal goals. Genzyme Corporation has been selected by FORTUNE magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For in 2006 in the United States�. By applying for a position with Genzyme, you are taking the first step toward becoming a part of our dynamic and talented team, and sharing in our continued success.CLINICAL SCIENCE SPECIALISTThis position will cover all of Northern New JerseyJob Responsibilities:The Clinical Science Specialist is a field-based sales position calling on Health Care Professionals involved in the treatment of End Stage Renal Disease (ERSD) and dialysis patients and responsible for all aspects of sales, market development and strategic business planning and implementation for all products of responsibility. Accounts and customers include nephrologists and their staffs (Renal Dietitians, Physician Assistants, Licensed Nurse Practitioners and social workers) both in private practice and in academic (teaching) centers and hospitals. The products promoted are Renagel and Hectorol. The person promoting these products should have a strong background of working through processes like pharmacy and therapeutics committees at hospitals, or some type of account selling background. The position will be responsible for the following:? Achieving and exceeding assigned monthly, quarterly and annual sales quotas. ? Meeting and supporting the Therapeutics business unit objectives. ? Establishing and maintaining rapport with key customers. ? Achieve program objectives within a geographically defined area. ? Attend local, regional and national meetings as directed. Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a minimum of 5-8 years of pharmaceutical/biotech sales experience and knowledge of the position's territoryPreferred Qualifications:The successful candidate will have a proven sales track record as a top performer. .Additional Information:Travel Percentage: 30%