Business Developer - Cryptobiotix

Business Developer

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

Do you have experience in selling B2B services within the life sciences?

In this job, you will:

Engage with customers and present our services, remotely and in-person
Craft study designs and guide our clients, from research question to project initiation
Set up and manage a sales pipeline
Grow your understanding of microbiology and advanced analytics
Work with like-minded people, balancing hard work and enjoyment

Does this speak to you?
If so, send us your CV, tell us why you think there is a fit, and let us talk.

Position summary

We are looking for a business developer to strengthen our business development team. Your key responsibility will be to expertly prepare new study designs for our clients, and guide them from early discussions to closure. Your experience and desire to learn make you able to identify key values and come up with optimal solutions for the research needs of our customers.

We are looking for a person with 2 – 5 years of demonstrated BD experience to support our BD efforts with a high level of autonomy. You will report to the Business Development manager and will collaborate closely with our Lead Scientist and CEO.

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. As a start-up, and we approach this individually for each employee.

Experience and
education requirements

Bachelor or Master of Science in nutrition, biological or chemical sciences in relevant fields
2-5 years of industry business development experience in a life sciences
- Experience in B2B service sales is a plus
- Experience in the microbiome is a plus
- Interested & skilled in marketing/communications

Ability to identify and address the needs of stakeholders of different levels and scientific know-how
Excellent social skills and listening capacities, capability to grasp key points from conversations and leverage those
Willingness to travel 15 – 30% of the time
Ability to work autonomously and in teams, successful in time management
Possibility for remote & hybrid work
- Living within 1.5h from Ghent is a plus
English proficiency, Dutch is a plus

Additional preference:
- Experience working in an international and multi-cultural environment
- Experience working in the microbiome field

Package

We offer a competitive package, matching your fit for the position and experience.

Additional benefits include meal vouchers, premium insurance package, phone contract.

Position available from summer 2024 onwards.

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