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Labcorp

Senior Proposal Associate

Ripon, United Kingdom

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Labcorp Drug Development

As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Labcorp Drug Development provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Our services cover the preclinical, clinical and post-market phases of drug development, the product life cycles for medical device and diagnostics and development services paired with regulatory support for the chemical testing and crop protection industries.

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Labcorp Drug Development is a global leader in nonclinical safety assessment, clinical trial testing and clinical trial management services. Our unique perspectives are based on decades of scientific, medical and regulatory expertise.

Labcorp Drug Development is seeking to hire a Senior Proposal Associate within our Specialty Clinical Trials Testing Solutions Proposal Management team. Remotely based anywhere in the UK.

As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Labcorp Drug Development provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Our services cover the preclinical, clinical and post-market phases of drug development, the product life cycles for medical device and diagnostics and development services.

Labcorp Drug Development is a global leader in nonclinical safety assessment, clinical trial testing and clinical trial management services. Our unique perspectives are based on decades of scientific, medical and regulatory expertise.

Labcorp Drug Development is seeking to hire a Senior Proposal Associate within our Specialty Clinical Trials Testing Solutions Proposal Management team. Remotely based anywhere in the UK.

Due to an internal growth opportunity, we are looking for an experienced individual with a Commercial and/or Scientific background to join our team and to work alongside our highly successful and dynamic client facing global proposals team with colleagues located across the EU, US and Asia Pacific. You would be working with stakeholders from across the Early Development and Clinical Trials Testing Solutions organization in a matrix environment and driving the enquiry to award process for your clients. Flexible mindset, collaboration skills, big picture thinking, and a 'gets it done' mentality are key attributes needed for this role where the individual will be required to support internal and external opportunity management negotiations associated with their deliverables. The proposals team is a key part of the client journey, being involved from the very first enquiry through to the close out of a study and touches every part of the Clinical Trials Testing Solutions business resulting in a highly varied and influential role. Some of the services covered in the proposals may include Bioanalysis (BioA), Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK), Biopharmaceutical Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (BioPharmCMC), Translation Biomarker Solutions (TBS) and other analytical services in support of clinical trials.

Essential Job Duties

- These statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties.

These are the specific areas of accountability requiring decisions or delivery of results.

Supports or manages all aspects of the appropriate proposal process (text, quote, budget, and/or response to Requests for Information [RFIs]) for opportunities as assigned

Responsible for managing opportunities of low to medium complexity

Shadow and/or assist more senior colleagues on opportunities of medium to high complexity

Responsible for managing some transactional clients

Analyzes RFI and/or Request for Proposal (RFP) documents to assist in identifying missing information for budget, proposal and/or RFI response preparation, with support. Supports follow-up with appropriate contact for additional information as required.

Identifies and resolves issues around client enquiry requirements and Labcorp Drug Development capabilities with support

Shadow or manage strategic and operational calls related to the opportunity

Works across the organization in matrix environment across multiple time-zones and locations to support the process and complete deliverables

Prepares standard documents in accordance with agreed strategy and Sponsor requirements and expectations under the pressure of changing timelines, with minimal supervision

Administratively supports facilitating internal and external opportunity management negotiations (i.e. pricing, process, resources, timelines, etc.) as needed

Is responsible for timely delivery of assigned deliverables

Escalates issues/challenges to Manager for advice on resolution

Performs timely and accurate data entry into departmental and/or corporate databases/systems as directed

Support client-facing and senior management-facing activities surrounding assigned opportunities as needed, including supporting preparation, attendance, or leading applicable preparation and meetings

Develops appropriate knowledge of the technical and regulatory environments

Contributes to assigned process improvement initiatives and supports implementation

Contribute to assigned client relationship improvement activities and implementation

Perform quality control activities per the appropriate process/requirements

Support hosting sales-focused inbound client visits

Expected to contribute to content library by submitting new content or updates to existing content, using the official content submission process

Completes other appropriate duties, as assigned by the manager, which require similar skills in accordance with business needs and common sense.

Education / Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in related field or equivalent work experience

Experience

Applicable minimum years of experience in budget and/or text development, or an equivalent combination of education and CRO/pharma/other related experience to successfully perform the essential job duties

Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail and ability to be persistent while maintaining tact

Demonstrated computer skills - requires excellent MS Office experience (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook)

Knowledge of proposal management software applications (e.g., Salesforce.com, Qvidian, Proposal Automation applications) is a plus

Demonstrated text editing and writing skills (based on business unit and/or team expectations)

Demonstrated ability to plan, multi-task and prioritize

Demonstrated teamwork, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills

Proven ability to work independently

Ability to work to deadlines

Strong analytical skills

Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with internal stakeholders, clients and Labcorp Drug Development senior management

Positive attitude and sense of urgency

Possesses an ability and willingness to work across Labcorp Drug Development Business Units

* Ability to work irregular and/or extended hours as needed to meet the client's proposal deadline.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

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Client-provided location(s): Harrogate, UK
Job ID: labcorp-2315358_1316070705
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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