Sales Executive - GeneSight -Knoxville, TN

Position Summary:

As a Sales Executive with Myriad Genetics, you'll represent both GeneSight® and MyRisk® throughout the Knoxville territory. In this role, you'll partner with healthcare providers across multiple specialties—including mental health and primary care—to help deliver personalized care through precision medicine. By educating providers on the clinical value of pharmacogenomic and hereditary cancer testing, you'll play an important role in improving patient outcomes while helping grow Myriad's presence across the territory.

Candidates must reside within the Knoxville territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory-specific business plan to meet or exceed sales goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other mental health providers.
• Deliver compelling clinical presentations and product education to drive adoption of both GeneSight® and MyRisk®.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow existing accounts through consultative, value-based selling.
• Attend local trade shows, industry conferences, and networking events to expand your territory and strengthen customer relationships.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Customer Service, and other internal teams to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Maintain accurate customer and sales activity records using CRM tools.
• Stay current on pharmacogenomics, hereditary cancer testing, precision medicine, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field preferred; advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of two years of successful sales experience, preferably in molecular diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or healthcare.
• Strong understanding of the healthcare environment, particularly in primary care and behavioral health.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a field-based sales role.
• Must reside within Knoxville territory.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA regulations, patient privacy requirements, and healthcare compliance.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and values that align with Myriad's mission and code of conduct.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling patient and physician information.

Preferred Experience

• Experience selling genetic or molecular diagnostic testing.
• Familiarity with pharmacogenomics, hereditary cancer testing, or precision medicine.
• Existing relationships with primary care or mental health providers within the territory are a plus.

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Physical Requirements

Lifting Requirements – sedentary to light work or exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical Requirements – stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, and observing. Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions. OSHA category III – normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue and as part of the employment, will not be called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

Ready to transform the future of patient care through the power of genetics?

For more than 30 years, Myriad Genetics has led the way in precision medicine by delivering important insights to help people make informed health decisions. As a leading molecular diagnostic testing and precision medicine company, we are dedicated to advancing health and well-being for all. Our innovative genetic tests are used across specialties including oncology, women’s health, and mental health, empowering clinicians to personalize treatment and help their patients take proactive steps toward better outcomes.

What inspires us – and you – is simple: Every test, every insight, and every patient story emphasizes our commitment to improving lives through science, innovation, and care. you’re ready to help shape the future of medicine. Your work will have meaningful impact, and your dedication can change lives. Learn more at https://www.myriad.com and follow Myriad Genetics on LinkedIn.

We are an equal opportunity employer and place high value on inclusion and belonging. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. If you need assistance submitting your application due to a disability, you can request an accommodation by contacting [email protected].

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