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VP – Academic Partnerships
Location
United States
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
$171.7K - $232.3K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
VP – Academic Partnerships
Evotec
Role Description We’re looking for a passionate and curious VP, Academic Partnerships to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories. As a VP, Academic Partnerships at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team. Evotec is seeking to expand its LAB eN2 partnership, focused on cardio-metabolic disease projects sourced from top-tier academic institutions in the US. The partnership has to date focused on academic partners in Massachusetts and the US North-East but is currently expanding across the country. To support the expansion and ongoing management of the LAB eN2 partnership we are looking for a highly motivated and skilled VP, Academic Partnerships. This role will focus on driving the identification and evaluation of potential projects, and advancement of relationships with leading academic and industry partners. This role will report to the SVP, Academic Partnerships. What You'll Do: - Lead the execution and ongoing expansion of the LAB eN2 BRIDGE alliance in the US - Serve as Evotec’s on-site ‘Evotec Collaboration Lead' across some of the most renowned universities and non-university research institutions in the US - Identify, evaluate and prioritize therapeutic projects from academic partners, aligned with defined strategic focus areas - Partner with internal scientific and drug discovery teams to shape development plans to de-risk early concepts and enable the translation from idea into a therapeutic concept to be tested in humans - Work closely with institutional Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and Principal Investigators to facilitate project onboarding, funding decisions, and licensing opportunities - Drive day-to-day collaboration with our partner, ensuring effective communication, alignment and delivery of partnership objectives - Provide strategic input for Evotec’s academic alliances across the US - Provide input into broader Academic Partnerships strategy, sharing insights from the US ecosystem and market trends - Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including research, business development, and alliance management to ensure successful program execution Qualifications - PhD or MD degree - 12+ years experience in basic research and/or drug discovery within academia, biotech or pharma - Competitive and well-documented track record in the discovery of first-in class or best-in-class therapeutics within the metabolic disease area - Demonstrated track record in evaluating and recommending investment in early-stage therapeutic concepts in the above therapeutic areas across therapeutic modalities - Experience working within or alongside academic institutions, technology transfer offices, and industry partnerships - Strong understanding of drug discovery and early development processes, including key decision points and risk mitigation strategies - Proven ability to manage and grow external partnerships - General understanding of intellectual property (IP) rights - Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both scientific and business audiences - Possess outstanding scientific curiosity and communication skills Benefits - Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow. - Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life. This role will be remote, with some travel within the US and EU travelling. - Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged. - Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success. - A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.
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