VP Discovery Business Development - Northeast, US

Job Title: Vice President Discovery Business Development        

Location: Covering the Northeast, US, resident near to Boston, MA

Department: Business Development

Reports To:  Senior Vice President, Head of Business Development, North America

About Us: this is who we are

At Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper?   #BeCUREious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role: Your challenge …in our journey

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Vice President Discovery Business Development 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 Vice President Discovery Business Development 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.

What You’ll Do:

As a dynamic and results-driven Vice President based ideally in or near Boston, MA to join our Business Development team. Candidates based on the East Coast with the right profile and background will be considered.  You will be responsible for driving strategic partnerships in the Northeast region of the United States for Evotec. The individual will be responsible for signing multiple strategic deals annually and managing a talented team of business developers focused on Evotec’s multi-modality discovery partnerships through IND enabling studies. 

Business Development is a key role for Evotec. The selected individual will be part of the Discovery Business Development team. Candidates must have a passion for innovation and collaboration and be able to both establish long-term relationships with partners and drive short-term revenue as well as. The individual should have experience and understand the requirements and challenges of drug discovery and development. 

• Drive the overall business development strategy within the territory in close partnership with the Head of BD, therapeutic area and platform leadership teams 

• Establish relationships with partners that accelerate research, development and commercialization of their innovative products, leveraging Evotec’s best-in-class integrated research and development platform working collaboratively to establish long-term relationships 

• To further establish Evotec as the partner of choice within the territory 

• Bring strong leadership to a talented regional BD team while fostering their further growth and career development 

Who You Are:

• Minimum BSc, MSc or PhD preferable, in a Life Sciences discipline or other advanced degree (MBA)

• Greater than 10-15 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company and/or management consulting and a minimum of 5-7 years proven business development experience with a proven ability to identify, lead, evaluate, and close complex negotiations and collaborations 

• Demonstrated a track record of success in large and complex partnerships through strategic sales and/or licensing transactions with deal sheet to support 

• A thorough understanding of the drug discovery and development paradigm across modalities (including small molecules, mAb) 

• Demonstrated network, particularly in Cambridge/Boston ecosystem, across pharma, biotech and venture capitalists at a senior level 

• Track record of success identifying, negotiating, and closing complex deals  

• Experience achieving results with and leading cross-functional teams to drive creative solutions 

• Self-motivated and strategic thinker capable of working within a fast pace, global, multi-national, multi-cultural organization 

• A leader and team player with a passion for developing talent and working with diverse teams to deliver results by working collaboratively and influencing both internally and with partners 

• Financially savvy, able to maximize deal structures for the benefit of Evotec 

Why Join Us:

• Growth Opportunitie