Proposals Development Associate II
ICON plc
Summary
As a Proposals Development Associate II at ICON, you will facilitate the development and preparation of proposals supporting Late Phase, Real World Evidence (RWE), observational, post-marketing, and non-interventional research programs, contributing to the generation of evidence that informs healthcare decisions and improves patient outcomes.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze information necessary for proposals supporting Phase IV, observational, real-world, registry, and evidence generation studies.
- Assisting in the preparation, development, and formatting of proposals and budgets, ensuring alignment with client requirements, operational capabilities, and industry best practices.
- Supporting the evaluation of RFPs and bid strategies, helping to identify key study design, operational, and commercial considerations associated with Late Phase and Real World research programs.
- Coordinating with subject matter experts across clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, epidemiology, patient-centered outcomes, and HEOR teams to obtain input on technical aspects of proposals.
- Conducting thorough reviews of proposal documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, compliance, and alignment with client objectives while supporting timely submission of high-quality deliverables.
- Supporting proposal managers in managing timelines, tracking milestones, and coordinating activities across stakeholders to ensure successful proposal development and submission.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, public health, communications, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in proposal development, business development support, project coordination, or a related function within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, CRO, or clinical research industry.
- Experience developing proposals and responding to RFPs for Late Phase, Real World Evidence (RWE), observational, registry, post-marketing, or non-interventional studies strongly preferred.
- Understanding of clinical research methodologies, including Phase IV studies, prospective and retrospective observational research, patient registries, and real-world data collection approaches.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop client-focused proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple proposal opportunities simultaneously under competing deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex scientific and operational information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, public health, communications, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in proposal development, business development support, project coordination, or a related function within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, CRO, or clinical research industry.
- Experience developing proposals and responding to RFPs for Late Phase, Real World Evidence (RWE), observational, registry, post-marketing, or non-interventional studies strongly preferred.
- Understanding of clinical research methodologies, including Phase IV studies, prospective and retrospective observational research, patient registries, and real-world data collection approaches.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop client-focused proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple proposal opportunities simultaneously under competing deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex scientific and operational information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%).
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary
- Performance-Related Incentives
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement and Pension Plans
- Life Assurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Wellbeing Resources
- Learning and Development Opportunities
Company overview
ICON plc is a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990. As one of the world's largest contract research organizations (CROs), ICON provides comprehensive outsourced development services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company operates in 55 countries with approximately 41,900 employees, offering end-to-end solutions that span the entire product development lifecycle. ICON's service portfolio includes clinical research services, adaptive trials, biosimilars, commercialization and outcomes consulting, medical imaging, laboratory services, and strategic support for traditional and digital health technologies. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders, rare diseases, and women's health. With its 2021 acquisition of PRA Health Sciences, ICON significantly expanded its capabilities and market position, becoming a dominant force in the global CRO industry. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker ICLR and reported $8.28 billion in revenue for 2024.