Co-op Student Opportunities (Fall & Winter 2025)

Genevant Sciences; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative biotechnology firm is offering co-op student opportunities in Vancouver, focusing on nucleic acid delivery. This role is perfect for students eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced research setting. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background in relevant disciplines and laboratory experience. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and a friendly work environment, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to kickstart their careers in biotechnology. Don't miss your chance to be part of a dedicated R&D team!

Benefits

Flexible hours

Free gym access

Monthly lunches

Qualifications

• Strong academic record and laboratory experience are essential.
• Preference for candidates available for two consecutive terms.

Responsibilities

• Engage in laboratory experiments and follow safety protocols.
• Work independently in a multi-disciplinary research environment.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Biochemistry

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

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Co-op Student Opportunities (Fall & Winter 2025)

Genevant is a technology-focused nucleic acid delivery company with world-class platforms, the industry’s most robust and expansive lipid nanoparticle (LNP) patent estate, and decades of experience and expertise in nucleic acid drug delivery and development.

We have a dedicated and innovative multi-disciplinary R&D team with extensive knowledge and experience in developing nucleic acid-based therapeutics delivered using clinically validated lipid nanoparticle platforms. Our laboratories and offices are based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Genevant currently has opportunities for Co-op Students pursuing a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or another related discipline. Co-op placements are available within the following departments:

• Analytical Development
• Chemistry
• Research (LNP Nucleic Acid Drug Delivery)

Submission deadline: May 19, 2025

Requirements:

• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred
• Legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Strong academic record
• Laboratory experience and ability to follow lab safety protocols
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Preference is given to individuals who can work for two consecutive work terms

Our co-op positions are ideal for students who enjoy laboratory experiments, working independently with minimal supervision, and wish to pursue a career in biotechnology to gain experience in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary research environment. The salary for this position is CAD$3,380 monthly. We offer flexible hours, free gym access, monthly lunches, and a friendly work environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We have multiple proprietary delivery platforms, including lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation, synthetic chemistry, analytical chemistry, structural and functional biology, and in-vivo assessment.

Successful candidates will be required to sign confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements to protect Genevant's intellectual property.

Application Instructions: UBC, SFU, and UVic students should submit applications through their university/co-op office. Students from other universities may submit their applications directly via this posting. Applications will be considered until the deadline.

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