Cryptobiotix was founded in 2021 with the aim of challenging the status quo, both in technology and in the way we do business. As a preclinical CRO, we provide laboratory services to companies that develop novel treatments to improve human & animal health, by targeting the gastrointestinal tract and particularly the gut microbiome. Our proprietary SIFR® technology, developed and validated in 2021, has multiple unique features relating to both throughput and biorelevance. As a business, we value strong, trustworthy relations with our stakeholders. Transparency and authenticity are at the core of our involvement in our employees’ well-being and career path, in our customers’ research programs and questions, and in our suppliers’ market approach.
Open position
Business Developer
Do you get energy from talking with scientists and solving their research questions?
Can you translate complex science into compelling research opportunities?
Are you fascinated by the microbiome?
Are you eager to learn how to grow business in a specialised scientific market?
Do you want to be part of a team that bridges science and market impact?
Does this speak to you? If so, send us your CV, tell us why you think there is a fit, and let us talk.
Does this speak to you? If so, send us your CV, tell us why you think there is a fit, and let us talk.
We are looking for a business developer with a background in the life sciences and eagerness to learn how to connect science with business.
Key aspects of the job will involve connecting with our clients and prepare business opportunities with our SIFR® technology for food tech and biotech companies in the microbiome space.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Navigate the business development process, including presentation of our services and understanding the needs of our customers
Actively prospect new customers in the microbiome space
Attend and prepare conferences and other events
You will report to our Director of Business Development, and will closely collaborate with the rest of the business development team.
Your work will require a lot of autonomy, but you can count on the support of our team. We are open-minded and we value each other’s inputs to tackle various challenges in synergistic ways. We also want to support you in your career path and understand how we can have you on board for the long run. We are a start-up, and we approach this individually for each employee.
Your job will be mainly at Cryptobiotix, with the team, but will allow for partial remote work up to 2 days per week.
Experience and education requirements
Experience
Background in life sciences, minimum bachelor’s degree
Master is a plus
English mastery
Dutch proficiency is a plus
Personality
Easily connect with colleagues and customers
Ability to prioritise and work efficiently to meet planned objectives
Quality-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
Excellent team worker who is not afraid to take on challenges
Additional preferences:
Some prior experience in sales
Knowledge of gut microbiome
Prior industry experience
Experience working in an international and multi-cultural environment
Package
We offer a competitive package, matching your fit for the position and experience. Additional benefits include meal vouchers, premium insurance package, phone contract. Starting date to be agreed on.
The yearly gross salary range for this position is 42 – 49 k€, based on degree and experience.
For this role, there will be a non-recurring, performance-related bonus.