Every successful Life Sciences consulting business is built on a simple truth: great proposals teams don’t just respond — they shape growth. As VCLS continues to scale globally across Biotech, MedTech, and HealthTech, we are investing deliberately in the future of our proposals function — strengthening today’s execution while building the systems, tools, and capabilities that will define tomorrow. This role exists because we believe excellence in proposals is a competitive advantage — and because the future of this work will be smarter, more automated, and more human, not less. Why This Role Matters This is not a transactional role. And it’s not “just automation.” As such experience with Regulatory Proposals is essential. You will sit at the intersection of sales, science and delivery helping ensure that: proposals are customized, accurate, compliant with the request, and compelling proposals include real added value thanks to a holistic and scientific approach You will work closely with an experienced Life Sciences Proposals Director known for authentic, supportive leadership. If you understand that a great proposal is both craft and a tool of persuasion , this role was designed with you in mind. What You’ll Do Proposal Delivery & Quality Lead the end-to-end coordination process of RFPs, RFI , contacts and change orders Liaise and coordinate with key operational managers, sales managers, and functional group leaders regarding the implementation strategy for the proposed project. To develop customized draft of proposal and budget using existing templates Collaborate with strategic partners to complete the proposed offer Maintain, and refine templates, boilerplate content, and modular sections Ensure proposals consistently reflect VCLS brand, tone, and quality standards Manage schedules, revisions, version control, and final submissions Provide solutions or ideas to improve the quality of the proposal Library, Automation & AI Enablement Help implement and maintain proposal automation tools Manage content libraries and knowledge repositories to drive reuse and consistency Stay curious about emerging tools and share practical ideas that actually work Balance innovation with governance, compliance, and quality Cross-Functional Collaboration Work seamlessly with Business Development and technical experts Ensure proposal data aligns with CRM and document management systems Act as “right-hand man” to the proposal director Mentor and train future newcomers to the team Who You Are You take pride in getting the details right — and you see structure as a strength, not a constraint. You understand that proposals are: operationally demanding strategically critical and constantly evolving Experience of regulatory activities is essential You likely bring: Experience in proposal and budget development within Life Sciences or CROs A clear understanding of the different phases of pharmaceutical product development . Exceptional attention to detail and comfort with structured, complex documents A collaborative mind set and confidence working across functions A genuine interest in automation, AI, and process improvement — whether expert or emerging The judgment to balance innovation with consistency and compliance #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Life Sciences Proposals Lead — Ai & Compliance
VCLS
town of cambridge, town of cambridge
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