Proposals and Feasibility Analyst/Specialist

Oncacare Ireland - Global Oncology Site Network

Role: Proposals and Feasibility Analyst/Specialist

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Working arrangements: Homebased

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel (domestic and international)

Introduction

Are you looking for an outstanding opportunity to develop your career with ICON's leading edge Global Commercial Oncology Site Network which is growing fast?

Oncacare, in partnership with ICON Plc, is an Oncology Site Network which concentrates on developing high performing sites by accelerating start-up timelines and focussing on high level of patient enrolment with strong attention to data and quality standards. These qualities are what our Sponsors look for in a leading Oncology Site Network and you can be part of our success story. We are growing our international footprint and you can play a part in our expansion and be involved in the future of oncology treatments across the globe.

Oncacare is passionate about transforming cancer research to advance new treatments. Our strong capabilities enable us to bring together Patients, Sites and Pharmaceutical organisations to present a unique solution to the cancer trials industry. The Oncacare global site network provides opportunities for patients and oncologists to advance the development of cancer treatments more quickly and efficiently.

We are a change agent for cancer clinical research.

Quality, Patient Centricity, Delivery, Staff and Prospects are our principal values at Oncacare. They are fundamental in shaping the way in which we work and map out our future. By working to these values, we can achieve our objectives and ensure our teams are fully engaged, patients are enrolled and trial results are consistently realised from our customers.

Main Responsibilities:

The Proposals Specialist's role will be to write compelling proposals, which will include drafting and strategically evaluating proposal budgets. In addition, the post holder will:

• Assist with the overall management of the proposal process, including coordination of all key operational areas, preparation of text and budgets, and review for basic proposals.
• Ensure smooth transition of awarded proposals to the Contracts Team, which may include first-run revisions/negotiations to text and budgets for newly awarded projects.
• Manage the day-to-day proposal and other designated processes for large complex contracts.
• Act as regional expert on proposals and / or other designated processes and key interface for assigned customers, ensuring consistency in approach, metrics and format.
• Manage project requirements and identifying any discrepancies.

• Develop and implement processes with a primary focus on increasing customer satisfaction and by creating efficiencies while maintaining consistency among all teams.
• Provide direction and strategy on projects and initiatives with minimal oversight.
• Support with development and negotiation of MSA.
• Develop in depth understanding of, and be compliant to all processes and policies relating to the development of contracts and proposals.
• May participate in bid defence, customer meetings and on task forces as required.
• Provide advice, support and guidance as needed and serve as a mentor to colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To be successful you will need (Qualifications and Skills):

• Previous experience in proposal development or strong experience using Excel as an analytical tool
• Experience in a Life Sciences environment
• Contribute to internal strategy meetings
• Participate in client meetings
• Negotiation skills
• Highly organised with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant software (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, Databases)
• Education University Degree preferably in Life Sciences
• Language Skills - Fluent in English, oral and written

Why join us?

Ongoing development is vital to us, and as a Proposals and Feasibility Specialist/Analyst at Oncacare you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to enhance your skill set. Our benefits package is competitive which includes a discretionary bonus scheme. Our scope is international and we genuinely care about our people and their success.

We are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.