Proposal Writer

Job SummaryWe are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Proposal Writer to join our Proposal and Feasibility team in London. This position will work closely with the operations and business development teams to prepare proposals during the bidding process for new business in the pharmaceutical industry with the opportunity to develop strategical content at the intersection of science, operations and finance while developing your career. If you want an exciting career where using your academic skills or previous expertise (including copy editing, scientific publishing etc.) and while developing and growing your career even further, this is the opportunity for you!ResponsibilitiesMay lead proposal planning meetings to:Identify issues and client requirementsRecommend proposal and overall study strategies, based on experienceEncourage multi-disciplinary discussions among subject matter experts to facilitate full and high-quality contributions to the textEstablish timelines and deliverables and hold internal stakeholders accountable to those plans and timelineExtract relevant content from Subject-Matter Experts and consolidate this expertise into a meaningful proposal narrativeInclude relevant data visualization materials into documentsReview and analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI)  documents to gain understanding of client requirements and assist in identifying missing informationIdentify information to be addressed in proposal textCollate follow-up questions for additional information as requestedDraft standard documents in accordance with agreed strategy and Sponsor requirements within often expedited timelinesContribute to assigned process improvement initiatives and support implementationDefine action plans and timelines; manage and determine modifications needed to ensure proposal alignment with client requirements and business strategiesPerform quality control/peer review and participate in the finalization of documents and distribution to the customer and internal departmentsQualificationsPhD in life science field requiredStrong initiative to learnStrong written and oral communication skillsProject management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasksMedpace OverviewMedpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.Why Medpace?When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.Purpose-Driven WorkWork alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellenceCollaborative CultureContribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachableContinuous Growth & DevelopmentOffice based environment with on-site mentorsDefined career paths with clear advancement opportunitiesIndustry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional developmentOngoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your careerAn environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quicklyOther Employee BenefitsCompetitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performanceComprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefitsOffice based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after trainingCompany-sponsored social events Please note benefits may vary based on country. What to Expect NextA Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Job SummaryCategory: Feasibility & Proposals