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as an associate business developer at catalyze, you will build and expand a strong network of innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers and industry leaders across our three key sectors:
life sciences & health (lsh)
green & sustainable innovations (gsi)
industrial & digital technologies (idt)
your primary focus will be identifying and qualifying potential clients, generating leads, and supporting our business development teams in building and maintaining long-term relationships.success in this role requires curiosity, persistence and resilience. not every conversation will lead to an immediate opportunity, but the relationships you build can develop into valuable partnerships over time.who we arecatalyze group helps innovators turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. for more than 20 years, we have supported entrepreneurs, researchers and organizations in securing grants and financing, developing innovation strategies, and creating societal impact. to date, we have helped raise more than €2 billion in funding and built a global network of over 6,000 innovation projects and partners.alongside our consultancy activities, catalyze group includes catalyze capital, our investment fund, and grantific, an ai-powered platform that supports the full grant process."join us in accelerating positive global impact”cases - how we have helped our clients - catalyze (catalyze-group.com)about the roleas an associate business developer, you will play a key role in strengthening our commercial pipeline by identifying and qualifying new leads among both prospective and existing clients.this position is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals who want to build a career in sales and business development within the r&d innovation ecosystem. you will work at the intersection of science, technology and business, engaging with innovations that can create new markets, transform industries, and address major societal and environmental challenges.one day, you might speak with the ceo of a medtech startup developing a new medical device; the next, with a professor at a leading european university working on artificial intelligence.the associate business developer role offers a clear development path toward a junior business developer position. as you develop in the role, you will have the opportunity to specialize in one of catalyze’s key sectors: lsh, gsi or idt. together, we will determine which sector best matches your interests and strengths, while also considering catalyze’s business and team needs.you will join a team of talented, curious professionals from diverse backgrounds. with our in-depth understanding of the funding landscape, we help clients position their innovations for funding and growth, enabling them to create positive change.what you will do
build and expand a network of innovative companies, entrepreneurs, researchers, academic leaders and industry experts across lsh, gsi and idt, including biotech, medtech, energy, climate, food, agriculture, quantum, security, space and advanced manufacturing.
conduct a high volume of targeted outreach to potential clients and industry experts, while maintaining a high standard of quality and relevance.
identify, qualify and nurture high-potential leads, including opportunities among existing catalyze clients.
develop a strong pipeline of leads that can grow into sales opportunities over time.
build a solid understanding of catalyze’s sectors, services and the relevant funding landscape.
support the business development teams with prospecting, follow-up and relationship management.
gradually establish yourself as a knowledgeable and credible point of contact for technical experts and business leaders.
what success looks like in your first monthsduring your first months, your focus will be on learning, prospecting and relationship building. early success will be measured primarily by the quality and consistency of your outreach, the network you build, and the strength of your pipeline, not only by immediate sales results.qualifications & competencies
a master’s degree, preferably in a field related to life sciences & health, green & sustainable innovations, or industrial & digital technologies.
full professional proficiency in english; dutch language skills are an advantage.
strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage both technical experts and senior decision-makers.
a genuine interest in sales, innovation and business development.
resilience, persistence and the ability to stay motivated when outreach does not lead to immediate results.
strategic thinking and the ability to identify and nurture high-potential leads.
a proactive, self-motivated and organized way of working, with the ability to work independently toward long-term goals.
an entrepreneurial mindset and a willingness to learn.
you are based in the netherlands with valid work permit.
our offer
a clear development path in sales, including the opportunity to progress toward a junior business developer role and specialize in one of our key sectors.
guidance and coaching from experienced business developers.
learning and development opportunities, with deep exposure to innovation, funding, startups and a broad network of innovation leaders.
a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and performance-based bonus.
the prospect of a permanent contract following successful completion of an initial one-year contract.
8% holiday allowance, 27 vacation days per year and a pension plan.
a monthly working-from-home allowance, laptop, mobile phone and lease-bike plan.
healthy lunches at the office.
a dynamic, entrepreneurial working environment with supportive colleagues, autonomy and regular social activities.
ready to build a career at the intersection of innovation, technology and business?
freelance grant writers – european defense fund or innovation fund - join our expert poolare you an experienced grant writer with a proven track record in securing non-dilutive funding especially european defense fund or innovation fund?do you want the flexibility to contribute your expertise remotely, while working with top european innovations?at catalyze, our success in raising competitive grants has created strong demand from clients across europe. to meet this, we are expanding our freelance pool and looking for highly skilled consultants who bring deep expertise in grant writing, program knowledge, or specialized technical domains.who are we looking for?
experienced grant professionals – experts with 5+ years of proven success in european defense fund or innovation fund. full-time freelancers only (not for side hustlers)
we are seeking topic specialists – consultants who bring niche knowledge or domain expertise in emerging areas.see below for topics
professional freelance practice - at least 50% of your working time available for our freelance consultancy assignments.
what will you do?
lead funding projects - own end-to-end funding projects, driving strategy, planning and execution from kick-off to successful submission.
shape winning proposals - develop compelling, evaluator-focused proposals by translating complex technical input into clear, competitive funding cases.
act as a trusted consultant - advise clients throughout the proposal process, align stakeholders and provide strategic guidance to maximize funding success.
which technology areas will you work with? relevant experience may include one or more of the following areas:innovation fund
renewable energy and energy systems
energy storage, hydrogen and electrification
sustainable mobility and transport
industrial decarbonisation and clean technologies
circular economy and resource efficiency
bio-based materials and processes
european defense fund
artificial intelligence and digital technologies
quantum technologies
semiconductors and microelectronics
photonics
robotics and autonomous systems
advanced manufacturing
advanced materials
space technologies
dual-use technologies
defence innovation
you do not need to be the technical authority on every project. you must, however, be comfortable working with complex technologies and translating expert input into a competitive, credible and strategically strong proposal.why join catalyze as a freelancer?
impact – contribute to europe’s most innovative projects across health, digital, climate, defence, space, and beyond.
flexibility – work remotely, with a time difference of up to 3–4 hours from cet.
collaboration – join a trusted pool of consultants we rely on during peak demand, ensuring long-term collaboration.
excellence – we work with the best clients and expect the highest quality from our team.
how to apply?send us:
your cv.
a concise overview of your relevant programme and domain experience.
a project table including the date, funding programme, innovation or topic, your role, funding amount and result.
an indication of your current availability and typical weekly capacity.
confirmation that you operate through a registered business or equivalent freelance structure.
a short explanation of why you would like to work with catalyze.
we kindly ask you to apply only when you meet the core experience and availability requirements described in this profile.
complex technologies do not reach the market on their own. they need a clear development path, a compelling business case, the right funding strategy and strong decisions along the way.at catalyze, we help ambitious technology companies, founders and research organisations turn complex innovations into actionable strategies and scalable opportunities. we are looking for a strategic innovation consultant with a strong affinity for technology-driven businesses to strengthen and grow our industrial & digital technologies practice.you will become a trusted strategic partner to clients: understanding where their innovation stands, challenging assumptions, shaping development and commercialisation roadmaps, and helping them move from technical ambition to real-world impact.you do not need to be the technical specialist in the room. you do need to understand technology-driven innovation, ask the right questions and help clients turn technical ambition into a clear development, commercialisation and funding roadmap.about catalyzecatalyze group helps innovators turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. we specialise in life sciences & health, green & sustainable innovations and industrial & digital technologies.for more than 20 years, we have supported entrepreneurs, researchers and organisations in securing grants and financing, developing innovation and business strategies, and creating societal impact. to date, we have helped raise more than eur 2 billion in funding and built a global network of more than 6,000 innovation projects and partners.in addition to our consultancy activities, catalyze group consists of catalyze capital, our investment fund, and grantific, an ai-powered platform that supports the full grant process.what will you do?innovation strategy & roadmapping
assess where an innovation stands and translate complex ambitions into a clear route forward.
develop technology, product, validation, commercialisation and funding roadmaps.
explore market potential, value propositions, business models and routes to scale.
connect strategic choices across technology development, financing, partnerships and market entry.
client leadership & project ownership
lead client projects independently from scoping and kick-off through delivery and follow-up.
guide founders, scientific leaders and innovation teams through strategic decisions.
challenge assumptions, create structure and provide direction when the path ahead is not yet clear.
translate complex technical information into clear narratives, business cases and strategic recommendations.
develop high-quality strategic documents and, where relevant, funding or grant proposals.
commercial growth & strategic partnerships
build trusted, long-term client relationships by understanding the broader innovation journey.
spot new opportunities and identify valuable next steps beyond the immediate assignment.
help turn individual projects into broader strategic partnerships.
contribute to the growth, visibility and proposition development of catalyze's idt practice.
the technologies you may work withour clients work across a broad range of industrial & digital technologies, including:
digital technologies & ai
quantum technologies
advanced manufacturing
advanced materials
robotics
photonics
semiconductors
space and defense
you do not need to be a familiar in all of these field/ what matters is your curiosity, your ability to understand complex innovations quickly and your drive to help them reach the market.who are we looking for?you are intellectually curious, commercially aware and comfortable stepping into unfamiliar technologies. you quickly identify what matters, ask sharp questions and turn complexity into a clear strategic story.you are not waiting for someone else to set the direction. you take ownership, lead client conversations and help people make decisions. at the same time, you know how to listen, build trust and adapt your advice to founders, researchers, executives and other stakeholders.you are motivated by more than completing an assignment. you want to understand the client's broader ambition, create lasting value and help groundbreaking innovations reach the market.what do you bring?
a master's degree or phd in engineering, applied sciences, computer science, industrial design, technology and innovation management, business innovation or another relevant field.
at least 3 years of relevant experience in a commercial, advisory, or client-facing role. we are primarily looking for a medior profile, but strong candidates may be considered at associate, consultant or senior consultant level depending on their background and experience.
proven understanding of technology development, product development, commercialisation, innovation strategy, technology transfer, r&d management or related advisory work within the field of idt.
a strong affinity with technology-driven start-ups, scale-ups, research organisations and innovation ecosystems.
the ability to lead projects independently, manage stakeholders and provide clients with clear direction.
strong analytical, conceptual and critical-thinking skills.
excellent writing, storytelling and communication skills.
commercial awareness and the ability to identify follow-up opportunities and build long-term client relationships.
an entrepreneurial, proactive and energetic mindset.
native-level dutch and professional fluency in english.
experience with public funding, grant proposals or business proposals is an advantage
why join catalyze?
work directly with ambitious founders, researchers and technology leaders on innovations that can make a real difference.
combine strategy, technology, business and financing in one role.
help build and grow our industrial & digital technologies practice.
learn across a wide range of emerging technologies, markets and business models.
join a collaborative, entrepreneurial organisation that values independence, trust, growth and impact.
benefit from a clear career path, learning and development opportunities, performance-based bonus, hybrid working and a strong benefits package.
what we offer?
permanent position after successful temporary appointment.
learning & development opportunities to build skills and grow within the role.
performance-based bonus.
a clear career development path.
hybrid working structure with 2-3 days at the office.
27 vacation days, 8% holiday allowance, commuting allowance, pension plan, and lease bike plan.
healthy office lunches, vibrant social events, and an open, supportive culture.
the opportunity to work with passionate colleagues in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
direct exposure to groundbreaking innovations that truly make a difference.
help us shape the road from breakthrough technology to market impact. apply directly or reach out to learn more about the role, the team and the future of our idt practice.
bouw mee aan een geweldige employee experience bij catalyzeben jij een hbo-student human resource management of een vergelijkbare opleiding en op zoek naar een uitdagende meewerkstage? wil je ervaring opdoen binnen een internationale organisatie waar je écht onderdeel bent van het hr-team? dan maken we graag kennis met je.bij catalyze krijg je de kans om mee te werken aan uiteenlopende hr-activiteiten. van onboarding en hr-administratie tot het ondersteunen van hr-projecten: je leert hoe hr bijdraagt aan een prettige werkomgeving en de groei van onze organisatie.wie zijn wij?catalyze helpt innovatieve organisaties in life sciences, biotech en deep tech om hun impact te vergroten door toegang te krijgen tot financiering en strategische ondersteuning. we werken samen met klanten aan baanbrekende innovaties die bijdragen aan een betere toekomst. catalyze is een internationale organisatie met collega's in nederland en daarbuiten.wat ga je doen?tijdens je stage ondersteun je het hr-team bij de dagelijkse werkzaamheden én krijg je de ruimte om zelfstandig projecten op te pakken. denk aan:
ondersteunen bij onboarding en offboarding van medewerkers.
ondersteunen bij de hr-administratie, zoals personeelsdossiers, contracten en hr-systemen.
beantwoorden van vragen van collega's over hr-processen.
helpen organiseren van trainingen, evenementen en andere hr-activiteiten.
ondersteunen bij hr-projecten gericht op procesverbetering en employee experience.
analyseren van hr-data en meedenken over verbeterinitiatieven.
afhankelijk van jouw interesses en leerdoelen krijg je de mogelijkheid om eigen verantwoordelijkheden en projecten op te pakken.
wie ben jij?
je volgt een hbo-opleiding human resource management of een vergelijkbare opleiding.
je bent op zoek naar een meewerkstage van minimaal 4 à 6 maanden.
je werkt nauwkeurig en bent goed georganiseerd.
je bent proactief, leergierig en durft initiatief te nemen.
je communiceert gemakkelijk in zowel nederlands als engels.
je vindt het leuk om samen te werken in een internationale werkomgeving.
wat bieden wij?
een leerzame meewerkstage waarin je ervaring opdoet met verschillende onderdelen van hr.
intensieve begeleiding door ervaren hr-professionals.
veel ruimte voor eigen initiatief en persoonlijke ontwikkeling.
een informele, internationale en ondernemende werkomgeving.
mogelijkheid om mee te werken aan uitdagende hr-projecten.
flexibiliteit om je stageopdracht te combineren met je dagelijkse werkzaamheden.
gezellige teamactiviteiten, borrels en een inspirerende werkomgeving.
lekkere lunches op kantoor
hybride werken maar alle dagen op kantoor kan natuurlijk ook
je hebt vrijheid om je werktijden te bepalen (uiteraard altijd in overleg met je manager)
laptop
bij voorkeur start je zo snel mogelijk.
onze stagevergoeding bedraagt €500 bruto per maand (gebaseerd op 40 uur)
turn breakthrough science into real-world impact. shape the future of life sciences & health innovations.are you excited by cutting-edge science and driven by the challenge of turning ideas into market-ready innovations? do you enjoy co-developing persuasive innovation projects, working closely with ambitious founders and scientific leaders, and committed to accelerating the success of meaningful innovations?then this role might be exactly what you’re looking for!we are looking for a motivated innovation consultant (dutch) – life sciences & health to join our team. in this role, you will work at the intersection of science and business, helping clients secure funds, refine their strategies, and bring transformative health innovations to life.about catalyzecatalyze group helps innovators turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. we specialize in life sciences & health, green & sustainable innovations and industrial & digital technologies. for more than 20 years, we have supported entrepreneurs, researchers and organizations in securing grants and financing, developing innovation strategies and creating societal impact. to date, we have helped raise more than €2 billion in funding and built a global network of over 6,000 innovation projects and partners. in addition to our consultancy activities, catalyze group consists of catalyze capital, our investment fund, and grantific, an ai-powered platform that supports the full grant process.
"join us in accelerating positive global impact”
cases - how we have helped our clients - catalyze (catalyze-group.com)
innovation consultant (dutch) – life sciences & health
this role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing, structuring complex ideas, and working under deadlines, while comfortably juggling multiple projects. no two days are the same.on any given day, you might:
visualize an innovation roadmap for a deep-tech startup
craft a compelling eic accelerator, eurostars or horizon proposal
analyze or develop a commercialization strategy or financial model
establish partnerships to drive innovation projects.
you will take real ownership of projects and clients, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
as an innovation consultant, you will:
own client projects end-to-end, from innovation strategy to funding and commercialization plans
develop high-quality grant proposals for eu (e.g. eic accelerator, transition, horizon europe) and national funding schemes
act as a strategic sparring partner, challenging assumptions and sharpening client visions
build trusted client relationships, managing expectations and delivering results
translate complex science into clear business cases, bridging research and market reality
leverage modern tools, including ai, to accelerate research, writing, analysis, and project execution
what we are looking forto succeed in this role, you bring both consulting mindset and execution power.your profile:
a master’s or phd degree in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceuticals, or a related field (business exposure is a plus)
at least 3 years of experience in a commercial, advisory, or client-facing role
dutch native with fluency in english
a self-starter mentality — you take the driver’s seat and deliver
strong client-facing and advisory skills, with confidence and leadership
commercial acumen, understanding how science becomes value
proven experience writing successful grant or business proposals
excellent leadership capabilities and strong business sense
you stand out if you:
are an excellent writer and storyteller
think analytically and conceptually
are highly organized and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
are curious about innovation, sustainability, and emerging technologies
confidently use ai tools (e.g. for research, writing, analysis, structuring ideas) and actively explore how they can improve quality, speed, and insight
why join catalyze?at catalyze, you’ll find a culture that values independence, trust, growth, and impact.we offer:
permanent position after successful temporary appointment.
learning & development opportunities to build skills and grow within the role.
performance-based bonus.
a clear career development path.
hybrid working structure with 2-3 days at the office.
27 vacation days, 8% holiday allowance, commuting allowance, pension plan, and lease bike plan.
healthy office lunches, vibrant social events, and an open, supportive culture.
the opportunity to work with passionate colleagues in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
direct exposure to groundbreaking innovations that truly make a difference.
join catalyze — and help shape the future of health innovations
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