Biotech & Pharma OPT Jobs in Idaho
Idaho's biotech and pharma sector is centered in the Treasure Valley, with Boise-area employers like Clearwater Bio and INL-affiliated research operations offering F-1 OPT roles in lab sciences, regulatory affairs, and bioinformatics. Idaho State University and University of Idaho pipelines feed regional demand for OPT-eligible candidates in life sciences and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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Women’s Health Business Specialist – Boise, ID
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Purpose and Scope
Achieve territory sales goals by promoting Astellas products and services to physicians and other medical personnel within assigned geography. Educate customers on the use, characteristics, advantages, indicated treatments and all other developments related to promoted products. Professionally represent Astellas in the field and ensure high levels of visibility and customer satisfaction in territory. Maintain effective communication and relationships with key external and internal customers.
Role and Responsibilities
- Effectively promote and educate targeted physicians/HCPs on the use of Astellas' products through one-on-one meetings and group presentations, company-approved promotional speaker programs, and other company-approved means.
- Work 5 days in the field each week, supported by office time as needed for call planning, customer follow-up, preparing presentations, making appointments, report generation, etc.
- Ensure solid performance levels of call and field productivity. Meet Call Plan expectations and achieve territory product sales goals while adhering to all APUS-defined ethical sales practices, Compliance guidelines, and required promotional regulations.
- Execute company-approved Product Marketing plans and territory/regional business plan activities.
- Support targeted customers using company-approved resources, sales materials, and promotional activities/programs/initiatives as identified by Sales Management.
- Coordinate promotional efforts with peers across franchises and co-promotion alliance partners as appropriate. This includes appropriately managing/maintaining all company equipment and company-approved promotional materials (e.g., sales materials, company literature, product samples, etc.) according to defined company Compliance guidelines.
- Achieve territory product sales goals while adhering to all APUS-defined ethical sales practices, Compliance guidelines, and required promotional regulations.
- Ensure territory sales strategy execution using annual territory business plan, regional business plan, and call activity reports.
- Accurately report/submit sales call activities, territory expenses and written reports and within deadline as defined by Astellas or the Regional Sales Manager.
- Attend all company-sponsored sales and medical meetings as directed by company management.
- Additional duties as needed.
Quantitative Dimensions
This position is responsible for achieving both territory product sales goals and territory sales activity goals through company defined metrics.
Organizational Context
It is important for individuals in this position to actively pursue continuous learning and professional sales development on effective sales and communication techniques and product/therapeutic area knowledge.
This position:
- Is a customer facing sales position.
- Reports to Regional Sales manager.
- Maintains territory responsible for managing Astellas' products.
- Partners with counterparts, teammates, and cross functional colleagues as appropriate.
- Balances territory and regional work and projects, while maintaining solid level of sales performance.
- Exhibits strong level of skill in competencies.
- Demonstrates sales influence within territory and at times within region.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS degree.
- 2+ years pharmaceutical selling experience.
- Strong knowledge of sales processes and pharmaceutical products and industry.
- Solid communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
- Proactive; can do approach.
- Demonstrates problem solving ability; analytical; business acumen.
- Solid motivational and persuasion skills.
- Demonstrates team orientation and leadership.
- Proven record of sustained high sales performance and achievement.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Ability to travel at least up to 50% of the time; and at times overnight travel.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree or continued education.
- Knowledge of promoting specialty products.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
Values: Innovation, Integrity and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.
Behaviors: We come together as ‘One Astellas’, working with courage and a sense of urgency. We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Salary Range: $83,790 - $132,000 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations). Flexible grade level based on candidate background and skillset.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
- Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down.
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions.
- Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions.
- Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions.
- Referral bonus program.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work which may be performed by the person assigned to this position. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position.
Employees holding this position may perform other job-related duties in the course of their performance of this position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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Which biotech and pharma companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Idaho?
Idaho's biotech and pharma sponsorship activity is concentrated around Boise and Pocatello. Companies with documented OPT hiring patterns include pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, and agricultural biotech firms operating in the Magic Valley. The Idaho National Laboratory ecosystem also supports life sciences roles that commonly accept OPT candidates. Because sponsorship practices vary by employer and role, confirming OPT eligibility directly with each company's HR or recruiting team before applying is advisable.
Which cities in Idaho have the most biotech and pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Boise is Idaho's primary hub for biotech and pharma OPT roles, driven by its concentration of medtech companies, CROs, and university-affiliated research centers. Idaho Falls supports life sciences roles tied to the Idaho National Laboratory. Pocatello, home to Idaho State University's pharmacy and health sciences programs, also sees recurring demand for OPT-eligible candidates in pharmaceutical and clinical research settings.
What types of biotech and pharma roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Idaho?
Roles that commonly qualify include research associate positions in molecular biology, biochemistry, and microbiology, along with quality assurance, regulatory affairs, bioinformatics, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. STEM OPT extension eligibility applies to many of these titles when the employer is enrolled in E-Verify, extending OPT authorization by 24 months beyond the standard 12-month period. Roles must directly align with the student's degree field to satisfy OPT authorization requirements as defined by USCIS.
How do I find biotech and pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate filters biotech and pharma job listings by visa type and state, making it straightforward to identify Idaho employers actively seeking F-1 OPT candidates. You can narrow results by role type, city, and STEM OPT eligibility. Beyond the platform, reviewing DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data through the OFLC Wage Search tool can help you verify which Idaho employers have a documented history of sponsoring international workers in life sciences roles.
Are there any Idaho-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in biotech and pharma?
Idaho's biotech sector includes a notable agricultural biotechnology segment, particularly in the Magic Valley and Twin Falls area, which creates OPT opportunities in crop science and agri-biotech that are less common in other states. STEM OPT extension is broadly applicable to life sciences and pharma roles, but the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Idaho State University and University of Idaho both have active DSO offices that can advise on OPT authorization timelines specific to their programs.