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Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec

Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II in Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing

This is a research intensive, tenure-track faculty position that will support and expand upon Concordia University’s research programs in synthetic biology, bioengineering and bioprocessing with an applied focus on sustainability, food security, and/or human health.

The Department of Biology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Concordia University invites applications for a Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Synthetic Biology and Biomanufacturing. This is a research intensive, tenure-track position that will support and expand upon Concordia University’s research programs in synthetic biology, bioengineering and bioprocessing with an applied focus on sustainability, food security, and/or human health. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in the design and engineering of microbial, plant, and/or mammalian cells to produce valuable natural products in areas such as (but not limited to) renewable energies, biomaterials, foods, or medical therapeutics. The successful candidate will establish a research program that will benefit from, and foster growth of, our state-of-the-art Centre for Applied Synthetic Biology, Centre for Structural and Functional Genomics, Genome Foundry, and Bioprocessing Facility.

Post closes March 31, 2025

Posted March 5, 2025


Denova, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Lab Manager

DeNova is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Lab Manager to oversee daily laboratory operations and contribute to research activities. The main focus of this role is to ensure an efficient, safe, and well-managed lab environment, while also contributing to R&D projects through hands-on scientific work. The ideal candidate has strong laboratory management experience combined with technical expertise in microbiology, biotechnology, chemistry, or biological sciences.


Denova, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Director of Research & Development

DeNova is seeking an experienced Director of Research & Development (R&D) to lead our R&D team and drive scientific innovation, operational excellence, and strategic advancements in fermentation-based protein production. This role is responsible for developing and executing research strategies, overseeing experimental programs, and ensuring alignment with company objectives. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with deep expertise in industrial biotechnology, biomanufacturing, or microbial fermentation, capable of guiding a multidisciplinary team toward meaningful breakthroughs.


Cultivarium, Watertown, MA, USA

Senior Scientist, Fungal Synthetic Biology

Cultivarium is a Convergent Research focused research organization with a mission to accelerate the adoption of new organisms for biotechnology. We are looking for experts who can contribute both individually and as part of a team to create tangible solutions for a ‘moonshot’ project. This is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit, driven team of scientists and engineers that are building technological infrastructure for non-model microorganisms, to open new avenues for science, technology, medicine, and agriculture.

We are seeking an innovative scientist with deep expertise in fungal genetics to develop new methods for engineering diverse fungal species. The ideal candidate will have experience working with multiple filamentous fungi (preferably beyond standard models) and a strong ability to invent, implement, and document novel genetic tools. You will work closely with microbiologists, molecular biologists, automation engineers and computational biologists to develop high-throughput transformation and molecular methods. This role requires scientific creativity, technical excellence, and the grit to thrive in a startup environment.

Posted February 26, 2025