Scientific Proposal Analyst

Scientific Proposal Analyst

Thebarton, SA | Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Agilex Biolabs is Australia's largest and most advanced regulated bioanalytical laboratory, supporting drug development from early discovery through to clinical trials. With over 25 years of proven excellence, we're trusted globally for our speed, scale, and scientific integrity. We support both small and large molecule development and are now expanding into the cell & gene therapy space.

With state-of-the-art technology, FDA-inspected labs, and globally recognised accreditations (OECD GLP, NATA, ISO 17025), our work underpins critical research programs across the APAC region, North America, and Europe.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a driven and collaborative Scientific Proposal Analyst to join our Projects & Proposals team on a permanent, full-time basis.

 What You'll Do

Reporting to the Director - Projects & Proposals, you will utilise your high-level scientific skills to research and assess bioanalytical opportunities; including performing scientific review of literature, client methodologies and clinical protocols of relevance to the business opportunity, in order to develop cost-based proposals. Key responsibilities include:

• Analysis of client RFP's, methodologies, clinical protocols, and information to support accurate scoping.
• Timely and quality preparation of client Quotes/Proposals, Project Agreements and Change Orders in consultation with scientific SME's, project managers, study directors and Business Development.
• As necessary, participate in client scoping calls to derive scientific and project requirements, with an aim to minimise overall project assumptions.
• As necessary, participate in operational handover calls upon award of study to facilitate the smooth transition of project scope and commercial details from the BD process into operations for delivery.
• Maintain information about client proposals, projects and change orders in our CRM tool.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance departmental outcomes.
• Other duties as directed by Line Management or delegate.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Degree in the appropriate discipline or appropriate industry experience
• Excellent oral and written communications skills including the ability to prepare reports, proposals, policies and procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to set priorities, analyse problems, formulate clear and effective solutions and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative in problem solving and in exercising judgement
• Commercial mindset
• Committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience
• Maintain strict adherence to client confidentiality issues
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
• Bio-analytical experience across immunoassay, immunobiology, cell biology or chromatographic bioanalysis is desirable.
• Knowledge of the clinical/preclinical trials landscape is highly desirable.

 Why Join Us?

• Be part of a global company pushing the boundaries of science and innovation
• Work with leading experts using cutting-edge technologies
• Opportunities for career development in a supportive, dynamic team culture
• Flexible work environment and commitment to work-life balance.

 Ready to Apply?

Click 'Apply for this job' and upload your resume and cover letter (in one document). Please ensure your application clearly highlights your interest and relevant experience for this exciting, challenging and rewarding position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however we will only contact you directly, should you be successful to be shortlisted through to the next stage of our recruitment process.

Please Note:

• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work visa.
• Direct applications only – we are not engaging agencies for this role.

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