Proposal Writer

The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.

WORKING AT GENEZEN

Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the business development team in all aspects of quote and proposal development, including interfacing with the business development team, scientific and production teams, project management, finance, and legal. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, proficient communicator (written and verbal) who can effectively translate complex technical concepts and negotiated terms into strong proposals. Must work with a sense of urgency to meet the business development demands necessary to achieve Genezen's growth targets.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collaborate with scientific team and/or use template documents to write clear, persuasive proposals in support of the business development team objectives
• Review requests for quotes and RFPs with business development team to ensure full understanding of client requirements
• Edit proposal language according to feedback and to ensure compliance with proposal requirements
• Develop knowledge of Genezen service offerings and both current and potential customers
• Schedule, coordinate, and participate in business development team proposal reviews, ensuring compliance with requirements and client needs as well as agreed-upon pricing and proposal processes
• Review and edit content and coordinate with business development team to ensure accuracy of revisions
• Format responses into a professional template in alignment with Genezen's brand standards
• Perform a thorough review and quality check of drafts and final proposals
• Anticipate, detect, and promote process improvement needs in the maintenance and continued development of key client relationships and proposal processes
• Promote internal expertise through training and guidance to less experienced staff on interpretation of an RFP
• Offer suggestions for improvements to templates, processes, etc.
• Apply communication and interviewing skills to gather needed information from internal and external personnel to support writing activities
• Participate in prospect and proposal meetings as necessary
• Track and report on RFP deadlines and submitted proposals

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs, including flexibility for different time zones
• Criminal background check required
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

Essential/Desired

BS degree

Essential

BS degree in scientific discipline

Desired

ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCE

3+ years of proposal writing experience in pharmaceutical or biotech company, CDMO, CRO, or related experience

Essential

SKILLS / ABILITIES

Proficient in MS Office Suite, including MS Project or similar project management software

Essential

Organizes information in a professional and credible manner

Essential

Prioritizes responsibilities to meet deadlines

Essential

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following physical demands:

Work Environment
Sit for long periods of time

Movement
Repeated hand movements, typing, use of keyboard and mouse
Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Lifting
Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Vision
Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Communication
Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail

GENEZEN'S CURES VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES

Committed to Science
We are committed to scientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.

Urgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.

Resilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success.

Execute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.

Solutions driven for our partners
We are committed to being a proactive, collaborative, creative and open-minded partner.

GENEZEN'S BENEFITS

• Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
• Paid sick time
• 9 observed holidays + 1 floating holiday + 1 volunteer day
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary, vested immediately
• Share Appreciation Rights
• Choice of several healthcare plans
• FSA and HSA programs
• Dental & vision care
• Employer-paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
• Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This position requires a criminal background check.
• Genezen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Genezen participates in EVerify.
• Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Genezen has operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world's largest children's museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live.

Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree-lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community pride.