Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated

Research Scientist (all genders)

Full time and permanent

Responsibilities

• Enable data‑driven early discovery by integrating and translating multimodal biological datasets into actionable insights that strengthen target validation and decision quality.

• Integrate, harmonize, and curate complex datasets across targeted assays, imaging, RNA‑seq/single‑cell, CRISPR screens, proteomics, and genomics.

• Partner with Early Discovery and Target Validation teams to shape study design, align analytical strategies, and interpret results in a biological context.

• Translate complex data into clear, decision‑relevant biological insights to support go/no‑go and portfolio prioritization decisions.

• Operationalize fit‑for‑purpose statistical and analytical approaches, working closely with bioinformatics and data science experts.

• Deliver high‑impact insight products (e.g. visual analytics, concise target insight reports) that enable transparent communication of findings.

• Establish and continuously improve data collection, metadata, and governance standards to ensure compliant, traceable, and reusable target validation data.

• Embed Design of Experiments (DoE) and Quality by Design (QbD) principles within laboratory and discovery workflows.

• Build scalable, automation‑ready data processes that maximize the value of perturbation and assay data across Evotec’s discovery portfolio.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with proven experience in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or Systems Biology approaches supporting data‑driven decisions; or equivalent professional experience.

• 3–6+ years’ experience integrating, analyzing, and interpreting multimodal biological data in discovery settings (targeted assays, imaging/cell painting, transcriptomics incl. single‑cell, CRISPR screens, proteomics, genomics).

• Demonstrated expertise in statistics, DoE, and QbD for in‑vitro assays to ensure robust experimental design and decision‑making.

• Proficiency in R and strong data visualization skills.

• Proven collaboration and communication skills working across cross‑functional science and data teams.

• Familiarity with target validation and perturbation experimental approaches and laboratory processes.

Further ideal qualifications

• Experience with workflow/insight app automation (e.g., Shiny, Dash, Power BI) to scale analytics.

• Exposure to laboratory automation to streamline data capture and quality.

Our offer:

• A position within a vigorous and exciting professional environment promoted by an open culture and a spirit of community
• A diverse, international workforce with a dynamic working environment that fosters creativity, innovations and teamwork
• 30 days of annual holiday, flexible working hours, and in-house canteen
• Capital forming benefits, holiday allowance, annual bonus depending on performance, and monthly allowance for public transportation (Deutschlandticket - JobTicket Premium)

To apply, please click on the “ Apply” button and provide your application documents (CV and cover letter, including earliest possible start date and salary requirements). We are looking forward to getting to know you and to your application.​

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