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GSK

VP Omics Technologies (m/f/d)

GSK
Heidelberg - OfficePosted 28 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full time

About the role

Business Introduction At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Find out more: Our approach to R&D

Position Summary You will lead Omics Technologies across discovery and early development in Germany. You will shape strategy for genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics and single-cell approaches. You will work closely with discovery, translational science, bioinformatics and external partners to deliver reliable data that drives decisions. We value a practical leader who builds teams, simplifies choices, and focuses on reproducible results. This role offers clear growth, visible impact and a chance to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:

  • Define and deliver an integrated omics strategy supporting target discovery and early development.
  • Lead and grow a multidisciplinary team to design, run and quality-assure omics experiments and workflows.
  • Select, validate and operationalise omics platforms, sample handling and laboratory automation.
  • Partner with bioinformatics, clinical and translational teams to ensure robust data generation and interpretation.
  • Manage external providers, technology vendors and contract research organisations to meet timelines and quality.
  • Represent the function externally and form scientific partnerships with academia and industry.

Why You? This role is offered as a hybrid position based in Germany. You will spend regular time on-site for lab leadership, collaboration and governance.

Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals:

  • Advanced degree (PhD, MD or equivalent) in molecular biology, genomics, proteomics or related field.
  • At least 10 years of experience leading omics teams or functions in pharma, biotech or large research organisations.
  • Direct hands-on experience with genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics or metabolomics laboratory workflows.
  • Experience working in cross-functional and matrix teams across discovery and early development.
  • Proven vendor and CRO management experience for complex laboratory studies.
  • Strong commitment to data quality, reproducibility, lab safety and regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

  • Experience with single-cell and spatial omics technologies and associated sample workflows.
  • Familiarity with sequencing platforms, mass spectrometry and laboratory automation systems.
  • Knowledge of data standards, metadata capture and sample provenance best practices.
  • Track record building high-performing teams and developing scientific talent.
  • Experience with clinical sample logistics and handling of patient-derived materials.
  • Publications or active participation in external scientific forums in relevant fields.

What you can expect You will join a collaborative environment where your technical leadership will shape programs and careers. You will have scope to adopt new technologies and influence scientific direction. We encourage applications from people with varied backgrounds and life experiences.

How to apply Please submit your CV and a short cover letter that explains your interest and what you would bring to this role. We look forward to hearing from you.

Skills

Business Strategies, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Drug Development, Drug Discovery Process, Influencing Without Authority, Interpersonal Communication, Market Opportunities, Matrix Leadership, Relationship Management, Scientific Presentations, Scientific Research, Scientific Writing, Strategic Alignment     Germany Salary Range / Gehaltsbandbreiten Deutschland: EUR 162,000 to EUR 270,000The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.Der jährliche Brutto - Grundgehaltsrahmen für Neueinstellungen in dieser Position ist oben für jeden relevanten Standort ausgewiesen. Diese Gehaltsspannen berücksichtigen eine Reihe von Faktoren, basierend auf den Fähigkeiten, der Berufserfahrung, der Ausbildung und Qualifikation der Kandidat*innen sowie der marktüblichen Vergütung für diese Rolle. Zusätzlich kann diese Position u.a. einen jährlichen Bonus, Urlaubsgeld, eine betriebliche Altersvorsorge sowie die Berechtigung zur Teilnahme an unserem aktienbasierten Long-Term Incentive-Programm beinhalten; dies ist abhängig von der Rolle. Detailliertere Informationen zum gesamten Vergütungspaket werden während des Rekrutierungsprozesses bereitgestellt. Wenn eine Position an mehreren Standorten bzw. in mehreren Ländern ausgeübt werden kann, werden die entsprechenden Gehaltsspannen für diese Länder/Standorte angezeigt. Zusätzlich können weitere Gehaltsspannen eingeblendet werden, wenn für bestimmte Märkte gesetzliche Vorgaben zur Entgelttransparenz gelten und diese Standorte als mögliche Einsatzorte für die Rolle in Betracht kommen. Wenn für einen bestimmten Standort oder ein bestimmtes Land in der Stellenausschreibung keine Gehaltsspannen angegeben sind, wird die entsprechende Vergütung im Rahmen des Rekrutierungsprozesses individuell besprochen. Bitte beachten Sie, dass die Gehälter je nach Land auf Grundlage der Fähigkeiten, Berufserfahrung, der Ausbildung und der Qualifikation der Kandidat*innen sowie der marktüblichen Vergütung für diese Rolle variieren. Angebote erfolgen in der Regel innerhalb der veröffentlichten Spanne unter Berücksichtigung der oben genannten Kriterien, wobei das obere Ende der Spanne im Allgemeinen sehr erfahrenen Kandidat*innen oder anderen außergewöhnlichen Konstellationen vorbehalten ist.

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at DE.Contact-Recruitment@gsk.com where you can also request a call. Please note should your inquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity , colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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