Proposal Writer

We are looking for a creative, outgoing, out-of-the-box thinker to join our team! The Proposal Writer will partner with internal and external Executives, Project Managers, and Business Development Leads to prepare compliant winning RFQ /RFP responses as well as activities that support our growth initiatives.

Work you’ll do

• Support bid opportunities for new business pursuits
• Write executive summaries and pursuit materials that articulate our strategic messaging in a compelling and persuasive manner
• Capture, shape, and synthesize information to reflect a cohesive message, written in one voice
• Translate technical information and business jargon into clear, consistent, and grammatically correct content
• Demonstrate a finely-tuned ability to sift through a discussion, extracting the most significant information and action items
• Collaborate with graphic designers, project managers, pursuit coaches, and client service teams to build creative and innovative material

Qualifications

• Experience in a life sciences service industry
• Undergraduate degree in English, journalism, communications, humanities, computer science, or related disciplines
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• A quasi-journalistic ability to quickly grasp specialist knowledge and make it clear for external parties
• Strong executive presence
• Agility and speed in executing strong writing
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to “get smart quick” on a wide variety of topics
• Ability to prioritize and multitask within a fast-paced, challenging, and deadline-driven environment

Pay is based on experience level. Independent contractors preferred though all applicants will be considered.