We surveyed 331 pharmaceutical sales representatives to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical pharmaceutical sales representative. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a pharmaceutical sales representative?

Low

High

Working as a pharmaceutical sales representative typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a pharmaceutical sales representative?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a pharmaceutical sales representative typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a pharmaceutical sales representative?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a pharmaceutical sales representative. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for pharmaceutical sales representatives.

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Do pharmaceutical sales representatives work full-time or part-time?

96% of pharmaceutical sales representatives work in full-time roles while 4% work part-time.