Pharmaceutical Field Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Pharmaceutical Field Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing global organisation within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. The position is ideal for professionals with experience in sales, marketing, or market research who are looking for flexible, project-based part-time work with the potential for long-term collaboration. As a Field Specialist, you will shadow pharmaceutical representatives in the field, observe their interactions with customers, and prepare detailed reports to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

The Pharmaceutical Field Specialist will play a critical role in gathering firsthand insights to enhance client performance. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Field Shadowing: Coordinate with sales representatives to arrange shadowing days, ensuring minimal disruption to their daily activities. Observe face-to-face interactions between representatives and their customers, maintaining a discreet and professional presence.
• Interviews and Feedback: Conduct a structured 60–90-minute interview with the sales representative during the field day to gather additional context and insights. Participate in project debrief calls to provide feedback that contributes to the development of actionable recommendations.
• Reporting: Compile detailed observations into structured workbooks, translated into English, and submit them within 24–48 hours of each field visit. Ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to project objectives.
• Pre-Project Preparation: Attend a 30–60-minute online session prior to each project to align on objectives, methodologies, and expectations. Collaborate with the management team to refine processes and deliver high-quality insights.
• Travel and Availability: Travel within the country as required by the project. Maintain flexibility to work from morning to evening, with availability of 1–3 days per week during active projects.

Person Specification

To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Industry Experience: Proven experience in sales, marketing, or market research within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industries.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent command of both Arabic and English, both written and oral, to ensure seamless communication and reporting.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as marketing, science, or data analysis. Candidates with a focus on data-driven decision-making are highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel to support data analysis and reporting requirements.
• Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail, excellent listening skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join STEM Healthcare?

STEM Healthcare is a leading global firm specialising in commercial benchmarking for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. By joining our team, you will benefit from:

• Collaboration with Industry Leaders: Work alongside 29 of the top 30 global pharmaceutical companies, gaining exposure to cutting-edge strategies and best practices.
• Flexibility and Growth: Enjoy the freedom to manage your workload while seizing opportunities for professional development. Our structured training programs and supportive management team ensure continuous learning and career advancement.
• Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in accelerating client performance, improving strategic alignment, and facilitating excellence in marketing, medical, market access, and account planning.
• Global Reach: Contribute to projects that span six continents, with a rapidly expanding presence and a clear vision for the future.

About STEM Healthcare

STEM Healthcare is a dynamic and innovative organisation headquartered in the UK, dedicated to enabling pharmaceutical clients to reach more patients with their medicines. Our unique benchmarking process, built on over 500,000 face-to-face observations across 52 countries, provides unparalleled insights through more than 100 KPIs. By focusing on 2–3 key priorities, we empower clients to enhance their performance and achieve strategic goals.

Our core values—Brave, Honest, Performance Driven, Practical, Customer Focused, and Caring—guide our approach to delivering exceptional results. As an equal opportunity employer, STEM Healthcare is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination.

For further details, visit our website at www.stemhealthcare.com.