SVP Head of OMICs (all genders)

Evotec; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Evotec is seeking an SVP Head of OMICs to provide strategic, scientific, and operational leadership across Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics and Multi‑Omics Imaging. Reporting to the DDP leadership team, you will shape future OMICs strategy and enable biomarker development and drug discovery for internal programs and external partners.

This leadership role can be based in Europe with regular international travel and close collaboration with global scientific teams.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 20+ years in biotechnology or pharmaceutical R&D.
• Significant experience leading large scientific teams (20+ employees).
• Deep expertise in proteomics and transcriptomics with OMICs implementations for drug discovery.
• Strong understanding of multi-omics integration and biomarker discovery.

Responsibilities

• Lead all OMICs data-generation departments, including Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, and Multi-Omics Imaging.
• Define, drive, and decide on strategic applications of OMICs technologies in drug discovery and biomarker development.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new OMICs methodologies and platforms to maintain scientific leadership.
• Ensure alignment with Bioinformatics & AI/ML, Therapeutic Areas, Translational Biomarkers.
• Own budget planning for the OMICs sub-segment and be accountable for P&L.
• Partner with Commercial org to shape externalization and commercialization of OMICs platforms.
• Represent Evotec’s OMICs capabilities in client meetings and external engagements.
• Contribute to overall scientific and business strategy as a member of the DDP leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Budgeting / P&L

Delivery of high-quality results

Team development

Project management

Education

PhD in Biochemistry/Biology/Chemistry

Tools

Proteomics platforms

Transcriptomics platforms

Job description

About Evotec

Evotec is a life science company driving the discovery and development of highly effective therapeutics through world‑class science and technology platforms. By combining cutting‑edge research capabilities with deep expertise across multiple therapeutic areas, Evotec partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic organizations worldwide to accelerate the development of innovative medicines for patients.

As SVP Head of OMICs , you will provide strategic, scientific, and operational leadership for Evotec’s OMICs organization, encompassing Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, and Multi‑Omics Imaging capabilities. Reporting into the Drug Discovery Platform (DDP) leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of Evotec’s OMICs strategy, enabling innovative drug discovery programs and biomarker development across the organization and for external partners.

This leadership position can be based in Toulouse, France, Hamburg, Germany, or at another major Evotec location in Europe , depending on the successful candidate’s profile and business needs. Regular international travel and close collaboration with Evotec’s global scientific teams are expected.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all OMICs data‑generation departments, including Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, and Multi‑Omics Imaging
• Define, drive, and make decisions on the strategic application of OMICs technologies in drug discovery and biomarker development
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new OMICs methodologies and platforms to maintain scientific and technological leadership
• Ensure strong alignment and collaboration with key partner functions, including Bioinformatics & AI/ML, Therapeutic Areas, and Translational Biomarkers
• Own budget planning for the OMICs sub‑segment and be accountable for its profit & loss performance
• Partner with the Commercial organization to shape the strategy for externalization and commercialization of OMICs platforms
• Represent Evotec’s OMICs capabilities in client meetings, scientific congresses, and strategic external engagements
• Contribute to the overall scientific and business strategy as a member of the Drug Discovery Platform (DDP) leadership team

Qualifications:

• PhD in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
• More than 20 years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical R&D
• Significant experience leading large scientific teams (20+ employees), ideally across multiple OMICs domains
• Demonstrated leadership excellence with experience managing large, diverse, international scientific teams
• Deep expertise in proteomics and transcriptomics, with a strong track record applying OMICs technologies to drug discovery
• Strong understanding of multi‑omics integration and biomarker discovery approaches
• Solid knowledge of profit & loss management and operational performance metrics
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal functions and with external partners
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality results reliably, independently, and on time
• Strong team orientation and ability to foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

EN: In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.

IT: In compliance with fundamental ethical and professional principles and with Legislative Decree 198/2006, Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace built on mutual respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees based on their skills, experience, and professional qualifications. In line with our ethical and professional principles, all employment‑related decisions, including recruitment and selection processes, are made fairly and without any form of discrimination. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.