Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you! The Sr. Global Proposal Coordinator position is tasked with responding to RFIs/RFPs and developing budgets, proposals, and other related documentation for QPS domestic and global multisite and CRO clinical research activities. Also accountable to independently lead the process with minimal supervisor oversight for assigned RFIs/RFPs, proposals, budgets, and contracts ensuring timely submission. This is a fast‐paced, detail‐oriented, and varied role that requires outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, the drive to learn, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a team environment. This job may be 100% home-office based.
QPS’ Story:
Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II – IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.
Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and are encouraged achieve their best. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation, accountability, team work and a friendly atmosphere where performance is recognized and rewarded. We provide unique company benefits, training, and advancement opportunities. Most importantly, we value each of our team members as employees and as individuals.
If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today!
Please visit our website (www.qps.com) for more information and to see all current openings.
The Job
Essential Functions
- With guidance from line manager or the Global Proposal Office Head, respond to RFIs/RFPs and developing budgets (including obtaining vendor bids as needed), proposals, and other related documentation for QPS domestic and global multisite and CRO clinical research activities.
- Proactively manage the applicable proposal, budget, and contract processes, facilitate the internal reviews, incorporate changes, and deliver within the established timeline.
- Review RFPs and associated documents, including clinical protocols, identify discrepancies and missing information.
- In coordination with BD, communicate with contributing departments to ensure the scope of work, client requirements and all key components of the study required to provide a proposal/budget are known and understood.
- Request, obtain and coordinate information from contributors (including vendors) according to timeline commitments.
- Maintain compliance with Global Proposal Office processes, standards, guidance documents, templates, instructions from the line manager and Head of the Global Proposal Office, etc.
- Effectively identify, communicate, and escalate issues, concerns, and feedback to the line manager on an on-going basis and in a timely fashion.
- In accordance with Global Proposal Office scope and processes, accurately organize, file, and name information and update and manage information in SalesForce.com or other data capture system.
- Help establish and communicate deliverable timelines and meet/exceed timeline commitments.
- Develop working relationships with client contacts as applicable and, in coordination with the applicable BD as appropriate, respond to client specific requirements in a timely manner.
- Prepare and assist in negotiations of assigned proposals/work orders, amendments and change orders and follow through to execution as required and escalate as appropriate.
- Assist with creation of initial study timelines in cooperation with Global Proposal Coordinators, Clinic.
- Process awarded projects in accordance with Global Proposal Office processes.
Work Location
- This job will be 100% home-office based. (see Telecommuting Policy for full details)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Business Management or related field and 5+ years direct experience as a Proposal Coordinator, or similar position in the CRO, Pharma, Phase I Unit, or related life science industry, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Employees with less education and work experience to be assessed by the Global Proposal Office Head can be considered suitable for this position.
- Knowledge of CRO Industry.
- Industry and position relevant certifications preferred.
Why You Should Apply
- Great learning opportunities, especially for those new to the field. Our seasoned professionals are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals.
- Structured Career Ladders that provide excellent growth based on your personal aspirations.
- Bonuses and merit increases are a part of the QPS total rewards approach and are linked to individual, team and company performance.
- Solid Benefits package, including Company-matched 401(k), and Company-sponsored Group Life/AD&D and Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Park-like setting in Newark, Delaware
- Internal committees designed with the needs and enjoyment of QPS employees in mind.
QPS, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.