Proposal Development Specialist – Life Sciences
I2E Consulting Pvt LtdJob TypeFull Time LocationRemote Experience4+ years overall, including at least 2 years dedicated to proposal development Posted On01-10-2026 Qualifications Bachelor's/Master's degree in LifeScience Job Description Role Overview: We are looking for a Proposal Development Specialist who combines strong proposal/bid management skills with working knowledge across Clinical Technology, Data Engineering, Data Science, and Supply Chain. This role owns the end-to-end development of proposals and RFP/RFI responses for life sciences clients — partnering with subject matter experts to turn technical capabilities into clear, compelling, and compliant proposal content. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in life sciences proposal development and brings the versatility to represent multiple technical domains accurately in client-facing materials. Must have requirements: Prior hands-on working experience in proposal development (RFP/RFI response, bid/proposal management) — not just exposure or peripheral involvement. Solid understanding of technologies and the latest technical specifications within the life sciences field, spanning Clinical Technology, Data Engineering, Data Science, and Supply Chain. Strong presentation skills, including the ability to independently build polished, client-ready PowerPoint decks. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Key Responsibilities: Proposal Development & Management Lead end-to-end proposal development — RFP/RFI analysis, solutioning inputs, content development, review cycles, and final submission — within tight, client-driven deadlines. Partner with subject matter experts across Clinical Technology, Data Engineering, Data Science, and Supply Chain to translate technical capabilities into clear, client-ready proposal narratives. Own proposal timelines and version control across multiple contributors, ensuring every submission is complete, compliant, and on time. Build and maintain a reusable content library — case studies, capability statements, resumes, past performance summaries — to accelerate future life sciences pursuits. Life Sciences Domain Focus Develop proposals and pitch materials tailored to pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences sponsor/CRO opportunities. Stay current on life sciences industry trends, regulatory considerations, and the competitive landscape to sharpen proposal positioning. Work with sales/BD leads to shape win themes and value propositions specific to life sciences accounts. Cross-Domain Technical Fluency Build working knowledge of Clinical Technology (EDC, IRT, ePRO, eCOA), Data Engineering & Data Science (ETL, analytics, AI/ML), and Supply Chain solutions to represent offerings accurately in proposals. Coordinate with technical and delivery teams to gather accurate scope, staffing, and delivery-approach details for each pursuit. Stakeholder & Campus Engagement Support engagement with Tier 1 and Tier 2 engineering/management institutes for talent sourcing, employer branding, or academic collaboration tied to business development initiatives. Represent the organization in campus interactions and coordinate with HR/Talent Acquisition on related activities. Process & Quality Ensure every proposal meets formatting, compliance, and brand standards before submission. Drive continuous improvement of proposal templates, playbooks, and processes. Track win/loss metrics and feed lessons learned back into future proposals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institute (engineering, life sciences, business, or a related field). 4+ years of overall professional experience, including at least 2 years specifically in proposal development or bid management. Demonstrated experience developing proposals for life sciences (pharma, biotech, or CRO) clients. Working knowledge across two or more of: Clinical Technology (EDC/IRT/ePRO/eCOA), Data Engineering, Data Science, and Su…