PROPOSAL WRITING & STRATEGY

Overview: Lead and manage the proposal development process from start to finish by developing and writing persuasive messages, based on information from RFPs, and meetings with client service professionals, subject matter experts, budgeting and information designers.

• Serve as the central point of contact and lead/co-lead for assigned proposals while simultaneously managing multiple proposals and other deliverables
• Draft, develop, and refine strong first drafts of customized proposals for qualitative and quantitative pharmaceutical market research projects.
• Write, edit and format persuasive proposal content and executive summaries tailored to client priorities
• Ensure proposals comply with client requirements, meet branding standards and pass quality reviews
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for select opportunities from proposal kickoff through delivery and debrief meetings
• Coordinate prep for and participate in client intake calls to ensure capture of detailed client requirements, needed to drive drafting of proposal story flow.
• Coordinate activities for collaboration among, BD teams, subject matter experts, and budgeters to shape, finalize, and tailor proposals for maximum impact.
• Leverage AI to drive efficiencies in proposal effort

• Ensure on-time delivery of high-quality proposalsLead development of finalist presentations by helping client service professionals develop talking points and proposal presentation decks. Effectively lead and coach internal dry runs

WHY JOIN ADELPHI:

At Adelphi Research, we are mission-driven. We exist to predict human behavior, shape strategies, and accelerate the launch of life-changing medicines for patients in need. But this isn’t just about what we do—it’s about how we do it.
At Adelphi, we’re not in the business of just delivering data. We’re in the business of driving impact. We partner with pharmaceutical clients early in their journey, helping them uncover transformative insights with efficiency, agility, and excellence. We’re looking for people who share this purpose and who are ready to grow with us. But not everyone will thrive here. If you’re someone who’s eager to push yourself, collaborate with others, and embrace challenges with curiosity and accountability, this is the place for you.

SPECIFIC CAPABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

We seek a talented Pharma Market Research Proposal Manager to lead the development of winning proposals that drive our growth strategy. This role blends hands-on proposal leadership with strategic business development insights. The ideal candidate understands market research, enjoys following industry trends, and has strength in copy writing, marketing, and information design. You will manage the full proposal lifecycle for select RFPs, create pitch presentations, and will organize and maintain our sales asset library. You will also help support marketing efforts provide input for social media posts, white paper articles and case studies. Our team values initiative, creativity and teamwork. We thrive on developing custom solutions, supporting one another, and driving continued success.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with senior staff / account leads to understand their account priorities, gaps, and ways to elevate the client experience through exceptional industry consultancy.
• Follow industry trends – therapeutic, technology, etc. – to understand business issues emerging in the healthcare field and how Adelphi can help address these issues.
• Attend quarterly earnings calls for Core Accounts and key pharma conferences (JP Morgan, ASCO, ESMO, ASH) summarize relevant findings back to the account team.
• Liaise with project teams when researching therapy area background at the start of a project.
• Potential to expand services and build a team over time

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO THE JOB:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Life Sciences, Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field.
• 3 - 5+ years of experience in proposal writing, business development support, or a similar role within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare market research industry.
• Demonstrated experience writing both qualitative and quantitative market research proposals.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, market research methodologies, and client needs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to craft clear, persuasive, and strategic narratives.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience with proposal management software is a plus.
• Team player with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.

A CAREER WITH PURPOSE

At Adelphi, the work you do matters. Every project you contribute to helps bring life-changing medicines to patients in need. You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful challenges that make a difference—not just for clients, but for the people their treatments will help.
What this means for you: You’ll wake up every day knowing your work has purpose and contributes to something bigger than yourself. You will get to understand first-hand the challenges patients face and help our clients understand and solve their needs