In search ofYou have a technical background in bio-based processing or industrial biotechnology.You have affinity and experience with research and development projects for bio-based products and processes.You have a technical degree and know-how base, combined with a marketing and business sense.You have an internationally oriented profile and communicate fluently in English. Knowledge of Dutch, French or German is an asset.Experience with European projects (HorizonEurope, InnovationFund, CBE-JU, Interreg, LIFE+) drafting and/or management is a must.You have a proven track record of writing granted project proposals within the field of bio-economy and you enjoy very much writing new proposals.You are very well organised.What do we expect of you?Prospecting of new projects by attendance of brokerage events and conferences.Coordination of new project proposals with external partners.Management, reporting and administration of your granted projectsStrong interaction with the other members of the business development team and the project execution team.Opportunity to move into a team leadership positionPreferably you work on site. But remote options can be discussed.What do we offer you?We offer a dynamic, international and young working environment with excellent perspectives for the future. You are based at the Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, situated in the port of Ghent in Belgium. Frequent international travelling to meet with customers and partners is an integral part of the job. You come into close contact with all aspects of research collaborations, including technical expertise, business strategy and contractual matters. As part of the project acquisition team,, you play a key role in the success of the Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant. An experienced and suitable candidate can start immediately.