Research Scientist

Evotec; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Capital-forming benefits

Flexible working hours

Holiday pay

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Evotec's AI In Silico R&D Department in Toulouse invites a Research Scientist (all genders) specialized in Computational Biology to join a collaborative team of experts in biology, computer science and mathematics. You will advance omics data analyses to support drug discovery projects.

PhD in Bioinformatics or related field with 2+ years postdoc/industry experience is required; strong R in a Linux environment and excellent communication will help you thrive in a fast-paced, global organization.

Qualifications

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Oncology, or related field.
• At least 2 years postdoc or industry experience, preferably in drug discovery.
• Strong knowledge of molecular biology, genomics, and oncology pathways.
• Experience with omics data analysis and oncology databases.
• Proficiency in R and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Support oncology researchers in interdisciplinary project teams with expertise in oncology, bioinformatics, and data analysis.
• Contribute to drug discovery projects through analysis of diverse omics datasets generated internally and from public sources.

Skills

Bioinformatics methods

R programming

Linux environments

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Oncology, or related field

Tools

Linux OS

Job description

In the AI In Silico R&D Department at Evotec, more than 100 scientists from diverse backgrounds in biology, computer science, mathematics, and biomedicine work together to analyze and interpret complex omics datasets. In close collaboration with our laboratory scientists, we develop, operate, and continuously enhance high-throughput, high-precision omics platforms. As part of multidisciplinary drug discovery programs, we collaborate with experts from a wide range of scientific disciplines across a global organization of more than 5,000 employees worldwide. Our work spans omics data management and quality control, method and software development, advanced data analysis, and the biological interpretation of results. Our mission is to generate actionable insights that enable better decisions and accelerate the development of medicines that matter.

Research Scientist (all genders) - Computational Biology

Full-time and permanent

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support oncology researchers in interdisciplinary project teams by providing expertise in oncology, bioinformatics, and data analysis.
• Contribute to drug discovery projects through the analysis of diverse omics datasets generated both internally and from public sources.

Your Ideal Qualifications

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Oncology, or a related field, with at least 2 years of postdoctoral or industry experience, preferably in drug discovery.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, genomics, genetics, and relevant biological pathways in oncology
• Strong proficiency in bioinformatics methods and tools
• Experience in drug discovery and the analysis of oncology-related data, including omics datasets, cellular screening data, and oncology databases.
• Proficiency in R programming is required.
• Experience working in Linux-based environments is expected.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams within a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• An exciting position within a dynamic and thriving professional environment, supported by an open culture and strong sense of community.
• A diverse and international workforce in a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
• Competitive benefits, including capital-forming benefits, flexible working hours, holiday pay, and a performance-based annual bonus.

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

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