Medpace, Inc.
Proposal Writer
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Proposal Writer – Full-Time, Office-Based (London)
We are seeking a Proposal Writer to join our Proposal and Feasibility team in London. In this role, you will collaborate closely with operations and business development teams to prepare proposals for new business in the pharmaceutical industry. There will be opportunities to develop strategic content at the intersection of science, operations, and finance while growing your career.
This position leverages your academic skills or prior expertise—such as copy editing or scientific publishing—while offering an exciting career opportunity with room for further development.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for leading proposal planning and execution, including:
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Meeting facilitation:
- Organising and leading proposal planning meetings
- Identifying issues and client requirements
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Strategy and planning:
- Recommending proposal and study strategies based on experience
- Encouraging multi-disciplinary discussions with subject matter experts to ensure high-quality text contributions
- Establishing timelines and deliverables to keep stakeholders accountable
- Defining action plans and timelines, including managing modifications to align proposals with client requirements and business strategies
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Content extraction and consolidation:
- Extracting relevant content from subject matter experts and synthesising this expertise into a coherent proposal narrative
- Including relevant data visualisation materials in documents
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Document review and analysis:
- Assessing Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) documents, clarifying client requirements, and identifying missing information
- Collaborating with stakeholders to compile follow-up questions for clarification where necessary
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Document drafting and approval:
- Drafting standard proposal documents within agreed strategies and expedited timelines
- Supporting process improvement initiatives and ensuring their implementation
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Quality assurance:
- Performing quality control and peer reviews of proposals
- Contributing to the finalisation of documents for client and internal distribution
Requirements
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- A PhD in a life science field (mandatory)
- Strong ability to learn with initiative
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Project management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple projects and tasks
About Medpace
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organisation (CRO) delivering Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapies through rigorous scientific principles.
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Leveraging expertise across oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral, and anti-infective fields, Medpace operates globally, with a head office in Cincinnati, Ohio, and 5,000+ employees across 40+ countries.
Why Join Medpace?
Our culture at Medpace is united by People. Purpose. Passion. Together, our work has made a meaningful impact on the lives of countless patients and families over the past 30+ years. Here’s what we offer:
Workplace and Perks
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Generous PTO packages
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Company-sponsored appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
Recognition
- Ranked by Forbes among America’s Most Successful Midsize Companies (2021-2024)
- Multiple CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
Next Steps
If your qualifications align with our requirements, a Medpace team member will reach out with further details for the next stages of the hiring process. This is your opportunity to contribute to meaningful and innovative work in a supportive environment.
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