Senior Level Oncology Sales Specialist Jobs
Senior level oncology sales specialist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of territory strategy, key account ownership, and the cross-functional teams and initiatives that drive revenue growth in competitive therapeutic markets. Most openings are concentrated in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Education, and Science & Research, with a mix of field-based and hybrid arrangements, and employers like Celgene Corporation, AbbVie, and Ignite Human Capital hiring at this level now.
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Senior Oncology Sales Specialist
Louisville, KY Territory: Kentucky, Cincinnati OH, and Southern Indiana | Ideal candidate location: Louisville KY, Lexington KY, or Cincinnati OH
Summary
We are looking for a driven, resourceful, and strategically minded Senior Oncology Sales Specialist to join our team. This role requires the initiative and creativity to succeed in competitive markets built around complex science, and thrives in a small, entrepreneurial environment where precision and strategic thinking are essential.
In this role, you will develop account- and customer-specific business plans that drive adoption and utilization of our first commercial oncology product. You will be responsible for achieving all territory sales goals through the promotion, sale, and support of this product within your geographic territory — serving as a trusted resource to external customers including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Essential Functions
- Develop and execute robust territory business plans
- Meet or exceed assigned sales goals, brand KPIs, and management objectives
- Build and manage long-term relationships with physicians, nurses, office practice managers, and other key stakeholders
- Conduct compelling, clinically grounded discussions with healthcare professionals in support of the approved product indication
- Leverage approved resources and messaging to drive results
- Communicate product features and benefits using persuasive, patient-centered sales techniques
- Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical nurse educators, marketers, account managers, and medical science liaisons
- Plan and organize promotional speaker programs in partnership with the Speakers Bureau
- Communicate competitive market intelligence to brand teams and leadership
- Monitor operating costs and ensure activities align with company policies and procedures
What We're Looking For
- Self-motivated, assertive, and results-driven with a strong sense of urgency
- Strategic thinker with a creative approach to customer access
- Strong analytical skills — ability to leverage sales reports and data to build territory strategies
- Excellent selling, presentation, and active listening skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit; comfortable in a fast-paced, small-company environment
- Deep understanding of key customers and account groups within the territory
- Ability to leverage cross-functional roles (Marketing, Market Access) to drive results
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Superior clinical acumen in a technically complex sales environment
- Collaborative team player who works effectively with internal partners and external customers
Required Experience & Education
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- Experience in oncology and/or rare disease
- Proven track record of results in a competitive market
- Market Access or Reimbursement experience a plus
Preferred
- Launch experience and/or promotion of breast cancer products
- Launch experience and/or promotion of rare disease products
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $175,000 – $200,000 per year (higher compensation available for advanced experience)
- Quarterly incentive compensation
- Robust benefits package
- Personal vehicle reimbursement for business use
- Travel requirement: up to 10%
Actual compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Who's Hiring
- Celgene Corporation9

- AbbVie1
- Ignite Human Capital1
- Horizon Therapeutics Usa1

- Oregon Health & Science University1
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- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
- Education1
- Science & Research1
Senior Level Oncology Sales Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level oncology sales specialist job?
Employers at this level expect a demonstrated history of exceeding quota in oncology or a closely related specialty, deep relationships with oncologists and cancer center decision-makers, and the ability to mentor junior reps. Candidates who can articulate how they shaped territory strategy, led product launches, or influenced formulary decisions stand out. Clinical fluency with tumor biology and treatment protocols is a strong differentiator.
Which companies hire senior level oncology sales specialists?
Companies hiring senior level oncology sales specialists right now include Celgene Corporation, AbbVie, and Ignite Human Capital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level is driven by established pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies launching new oncology assets, as well as specialty distributors and diagnostics firms expanding their field teams in competitive markets.
Are there remote senior level oncology sales specialist jobs?
Yes, though most senior oncology sales roles remain field-based given the relationship-driven nature of the work. About 0% of senior level oncology sales specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with remote opportunities more common in medical science liaison-adjacent roles, national account management, and training or strategy functions within larger organizations.
What makes a oncology sales specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles go beyond executing a call plan. They involve owning a complex territory or key account portfolio, setting strategic priorities, and influencing decisions at the institutional or health system level. Senior specialists are expected to coach and develop junior colleagues, contribute to regional or national launch planning, and engage with clinical stakeholders on a peer level with a high degree of scientific credibility.
Which industries hire the most senior level oncology sales specialists?
Senior Level oncology sales specialist roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they have the pipeline depth, regulatory approval activity, and commercialization budgets that require experienced field leadership to compete for prescriber adoption in high-stakes therapeutic categories.