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Virtual Sales Representative jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students, particularly those with degrees in business, marketing, or communications. Most roles are fully remote and employer-sponsored, which means your OPT work authorization is tied to one employer at a time. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree classification.
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At EVERSANA, we are proud to be a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 6,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 650 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us! Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve. We are EVERSANA.
Job Description
The Virtual Diagnostic Specialist (VDS) is a diagnostic leader responsible for educating appropriate healthcare providers on genetic testing initiatives and programs through remote (virtual and phone) platforms. This role establishes deep diagnostic expertise aligned with global diagnostic strategy for the assigned U.S. region.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:
Primary Responsibility #1: Genotyping & Diagnostic Leadership
- Educate on genetic testing to successfully execute our client’s efforts to raise awareness of sponsored testing programs
- Identify educational needs among the IRD healthcare community
- Provide education on the availability of genetic labs performing high-quality gene analysis with appropriate IRD panels and accurate interpretation of results
Primary Responsibility #2: Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Compliantly partner with cross-functional teams within our client’s organization
- Contribute to ongoing development and implementation of the U.S. diagnostic strategy
Primary Responsibility #3: Stakeholder Education, Training & Advocacy
- Identify potential Genetic Testing Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) with educational needs pertaining to genetic testing and programs, providing awareness to these HCPs
- Attend conferences to learn and understand diagnostic programs and testing
- Participate, where compliant, in advocacy, outreach, and engagement with local organizations
- Deliver high-quality education and provide insights to inform strategy
- Educate HCPs and associated internal partner labs for seamless sponsored testing utilization
- Provide education for HCPs regarding resources for questions and follow up from the testing labs
- Provide expertise for IRD gene panels and best practices for test requisition forms
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.
- BA/BS required; healthcare degree strongly preferred (MS, RN, PA, PharmD, PhD)
- Minimum 3-4 years of pharma/biotech experience in commercial, clinical/medical, or diagnostics.
- Excellent virtual presentation, communication, and influencing skills.
- Ability to effectively engage healthcare stakeholders through digital and remote platforms.
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, virtual meeting technologies, and digital engagement tools.
- Proven success working in high-performing, diverse teams.
- Experience collaborating with KOLs, labs, and internal/external stakeholders.
- Diagnostic and scientific acumen.
- Strategic thinking and operational capability.
- Experience in virtual customer engagement, inside sales, clinical support, diagnostics, or medical education preferred.
- Prior experience in rare or ultra-rare diseases with strong patient focus preferred.
- Knowledge of ophthalmology strongly preferred.
Additional Information
Patient Minded - I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.
Client Delight - I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action - I am empowered and hold myself accountable.
Grow Talent - I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together - I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters - I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.
Embrace Diversity - I create an environment of awareness and respect.
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EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). This role is eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations. For a full list of locations, visit eversana.com/careers. More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.
From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at applicantsupport@eversana.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Virtual Sales Representative
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
When applying, mention your OPT authorization period and expiration date in your cover letter or early in conversations. Employers who sponsor sales roles want to plan ahead, and transparency prevents wasted time on both sides.
Target companies with existing OPT or H-1B history
Companies that have sponsored international employees before understand the process. Look for employers with prior sponsorship experience in sales or customer-facing roles, as they're far less likely to back out mid-process over visa concerns.
Emphasize remote-ready skills in your application
Virtual sales roles depend heavily on CRM fluency, video call presence, and pipeline management. Highlighting experience with tools like Salesforce or HubSpot signals you can contribute immediately, which strengthens your case for sponsorship investment.
Clarify your work authorization type accurately
Tell employers you have F-1 OPT authorization, not a visa that requires a petition to work. Many hiring managers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Correcting this early reduces friction and prevents misunderstandings that derail otherwise strong applications.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Recruiters for virtual sales roles move fast. Starting your search while still in school gives you time to negotiate offers, complete onboarding paperwork, and ensure your OPT card arrives before your first day of authorized employment.
Ask about STEM OPT compatibility during screening calls
If your degree qualifies for a STEM OPT extension, confirm the employer can sign a formal training plan. Not all sales organizations are set up for this, and knowing early avoids committing to a role that can't extend your authorization.
Virtual Sales Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Virtual Sales Representative on F-1 OPT?
Yes, as long as your OPT is authorized and the role is directly related to your field of study. Virtual Sales Representative positions typically align with business, marketing, or communications degrees. Your employment must begin on or after your OPT start date, and you can only work for one authorized employer at a time unless you properly report each additional employer to your DSO.
Where can I find Virtual Sales Representative jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by visa sponsorship compatibility, so you're not wasting time on listings that exclude international candidates. Virtual sales roles appear frequently on Migrate Mate because many are fully remote and employer-sponsored. You can filter by OPT-friendly employers to focus your search.
Does a Virtual Sales Representative role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree such as information systems, data analytics, or a qualifying business analytics program, you may be eligible. The employer must also be E-Verify enrolled and willing to sign a formal training plan. Roles classified purely under general sales without a STEM degree attached won't qualify.
Do Virtual Sales Representative employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
It varies by company size and how invested they are in long-term hires. Larger tech, SaaS, and B2B companies with established international hiring programs are more likely to sponsor H-1B petitions for high-performing sales reps. Smaller startups may be willing but lack the legal infrastructure. It's worth raising the question after you have an offer, not during early screening.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm let go from a Virtual Sales Representative role?
You enter a 60-day unemployment grace period, during which you can search for a new role in a related field. If you secure a new position within that window, you report the change to your DSO and continue your OPT without interruption. Exceeding 90 cumulative days of unemployment during the full OPT period, however, violates your status regardless of how many employers you've worked for.