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Date: May 19th, 2015
Contract Research Proposal Manager
for PhenoPath’s Contract Research Organization
PhenoPath Laboratories, PLLC, is a physician-owned specialty pathology practice and reference
laboratory providing diagnostic and contract research services to pathology and oncology practices,
hospitals, biopharmaceutical companies and research institutions in the U.S., Canada and around the
world.
Purpose of the Position
The Contract Research Proposal Manager develops and maintains project proposals, plans and scope of
work documents for effective coordination and communication with clients, and PhenoPath laboratory
staff and management; provides PhenoPath clients and management team with project reports.
The CRO Proposal Manager manages all aspects of contract research projects proposals including
discussing work requirements with clients, preparation of the Scope of Work documents and study plans,
and developing cost estimations quotation. The CRO Proposal Manager works collaboratively with a
diverse group of internal and external stakeholders which includes clients’ investigators, scientists and
project managers, and PhenoPath pathologists, project managers, business development and sales and
marketing, laboratory staff and other experienced team members to ensure that proposals are accurate
and in accordance with the client’s requirements.
Position Responsibilities and Accountabilities to include
Reporting to the CRO Department Manager, the core functions and responsibilities of the position will
include but are not limited to:
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Lead the proposal writing process
Prepare the Statement of Work (SOW) documents for clients and/or internal study plans
Develop and maintain systems for effective communication within the company to ensure
projects/studies contracts are prepared efficiently and accurately
Ensure that client satisfaction is achieved through on-time delivery of the proposals. Address
client comments with the CRO team
Contribute in the writing of the protocol-specific laboratory manuals, study reports, and SOPs
Create training materials and protocol specific documents for investigators and internal staff
Contribute in the technical writing to support marketing efforts
Maintaining study status in CRO database
Interface with CRO management, project management, data management, laboratory, sales and
marketing personnel
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Assist the CRO management and project management to ensure appropriate communication
channels with the Sponsors and Investigators are maintained
Update project status to CRO manager
Assure new clinical test validations are completed and documented prior to specimen receipt and
reporting for specific project
Attend study initiation (“kick-off”) meetings
Participate in internal quality assurance unit
Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, or a related science
MT, HTL, or QIHC Certifications
In-depth knowledge of clinical trials in Contract Research Organization (CRO) and/or
(bio)pharmaceutical settings
Demonstrated Project Management skills and ability to meet deadlines
Excellent ability in planning research projects
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to
work collaboratively as a member of a team
Outstanding interpersonal skills for effective interactions with all levels of the company and with
clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a dedication to accuracy and attention to
detail
Proficient with MS Office suite
To Apply Please Email:
[email protected]
Please no phone calls regarding this position from
candidates or recruiters.