Bioanalytical Technical Proposal Manager

Celerion; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Annual travel for team/client meetings

Job summary

Celerion seeks a Technical Proposal Manager to join our Business Development team in a US-based, fully remote role. You’ll be the technical voice behind proposals, collaborating with the Director of Business Development for Biologics & Biomarkers, territory Directors, and the global sales team to turn complex science into clear, compelling documents.

Your days include drafting proposals, coordinating with subject matter experts, joining client calls, maintaining content libraries, and supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related STEM field.
• Hands-on knowledge of bioanalytical processes, biomarkers, assay technologies, ligand binding assays, immunogenicity, molecular assays, flow cytometry, PCR, and cell-based assays.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Experience preparing instructional materials, presentations and written documentation.
• Background in pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.

Responsibilities

• Draft and shape proposals, RFP responses, and client-specific proposal text reflecting strategy discussions.
• Team with subject matter experts to ensure proposals are complete and robust.
• Join client calls about RFPs, RFIs, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support bid defense preparation and meetings.
• Own and refresh library of technical content, templates, and case studies.
• Keep sponsor and account information accurate in SFDC.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Biomarkers

Assay technologies

Clincial bioanalytical knowledge

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science or related STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

SFDC (CRM)

Job description

Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine. Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.

Love the science behind drug development and want to be the person who helps us win the work? This is your chance.

We’re looking for a Technical Proposal Manager to join our Business Development team in a US-based, fully remote role. You’ll be the technical voice behind our proposals, working side by side with our Director of Business Development for Biologics & Biomarkers, our territory Directors, and our global sales team to turn complex science into clear, compelling documents that sponsors want to say yes to.

What your days will look like

• Draft and shape proposals, RFP responses, and client‑specific proposal text that reflects strategy discussions and meets client expectations, working with corporate support on the first draft.
• Team up with operational subject matter experts to make sure every proposal is complete and robust.
• Join client calls about RFPs, RFIs, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, and help present proposal solutions.
• Support bid defense preparation and meetings.
• Participate in Proposal Management initiatives and Business Development presentations, when requested.
• Own and refresh our library of technical content, templates, and case studies, keeping tone, format, and brand consistent.
• Keep sponsor and account information accurate in our SFDC database.
• Track proposal success rates and feedback, then use what you learn to streamline the process.
• Step in for the external Business Development team when travel or workload makes client deadlines tight.
• Help build and test new tools and processes, lead Lessons Learned meetings, and mentor others.
• Act as an expert resource for internal and external customers.

What you bring

• A bachelor's degree in Life Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or another STEM field.
• Hands‑on knowledge of bioanalytical processes, especially biomarkers, assay technologies, ligand binding assays, immunogenicity, molecular assays, flow cytometry, PCR, and cell‑based assays.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Experience preparing instructional materials, presentations and written documentation.
• Background in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Comfort in a fast‑paced matrix organization and experience working with teams across countries and cultures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Fully remote, with possible travel (about once a year) for team or client meetings.

Why you'll love it

You’ll work from anywhere in the US while sitting at the intersection of science, strategy, and client relationships, with real influence on how we win new business.

Celerion Values: Integrity Trust Teamwork Respect

Celerion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, qualified protected veteran status, or disability.

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