Biotech CRO Growth & Proposals Lead

LabRulez; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VRS Recruitment is seeking a Business Development & Proposals Manager for a CRO focused on bioanalytical and CMC services. You will manage opportunities from inquiry through proposal, pricing, contract award, and ongoing client relationships.

The role blends business development, account management, and technical proposal development, with ~10% travel to industry events. Candidates should have CRO experience and a strong track record in scientific communications.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Minimum 2 years working within a CRO
• Experience with bioanalytical, CMC or related pharmaceutical development services
• Understanding of GLP/GMP, ICH guidelines and FDA-regulated drug development

Responsibilities

• Drive inbound and outbound business development
• Own technical proposals, study scopes and budgets
• Work with scientists to scope and price projects
• Lead commercial and contract discussions
• Represent the business at industry conferences and tradeshows (~10% travel)
• Support marketing and technical content development

Skills

Strong written communication

Client-facing communication

Independent worker

Organized

Commercially minded

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

VRS Recruitment is seeking a Business Development & Proposals Manager for a CRO focused on bioanalytical and CMC services. You will manage opportunities from inquiry through proposal, pricing, contract award, and ongoing client relationships.

The role blends business development, account management, and technical proposal development, with ~10% travel to industry events. Candidates should have CRO experience and a strong track record in scientific communications.