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Do you have experience organizing and preparing high quality customer-focused proposals and budgets for the conduct of clinical trials in order to support Business Development in the winning of new business?

Proposal Development Associate role within ICON:

ICON has a strong reputation in our approaches to clinical development. We apply scientific and operational excellence across all phases of clinical trial outsourcing services for our clients. We work with top pharmaceutical organizations on emerging therapeutic areas which include but are not limited to Oncology, Vaccines, CNS, Cardiovascular and Pain. We are presently in over 40 countries with over 80 offices worldwide and over 10K employees globally.

The Proposal Development Associate will coordinate and prepare client-focused proposals, budgets and client grids for new business opportunities and ensure all requested information is provided in the final proposal within given timeframe. You will chair kick-off and resource meetings and coordinate the participation of appropriate personnel in the proposal development process. Set-up and attend clinical strategy meetings for key/ enhanced opportunities. Liaise with the appropriate personnel including sales, strategic proposal development and operations throughout the proposal generation to ensure that the proposal and strategy meets the business needs in line with triage priority. Prepare costs for proposals by interacting with operational departments to coordinate costs and assumptions. Submit final proposal, on time, to Account Manager or designee. Coordinate and prepare budgets and specifications for contracts for new business awards (where appropriate). Clarify contract specifications with the Manager, Proposals; Project Manager; and/or Account Manager and solicit input and review of proposals, budgets and contracts (where appropriate) from the relevant operational departments including Manager, Proposals and Account Manager.

Benefits of working at ICON:

In addition to partnering with the top pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the world we offer a strong benefits package that includes a comprehensive health plan, retirement plans, competitive pay, bonus plans, vacation, and other incentives.

To succeed you will need:

We are seeking candidates with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with prior experience in the CRO or pharmaceutical industry preferred but not essential.

To be successful you will need to be a self-starter and able to function in a high-paced, dynamic environment. You must be able to work independently, be highly motivated, a strong team player and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. This position requires excellent numeracy, communication and organizational skills along with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

We invite you to review our opportunities at www.iconplc.com/careers.

What's Next?

Following your application you will be contacted by one of our dedicated recruiters and if successful we will be able to provide you with more details about this opportunity.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.*LI*LI-ZS1

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