The Genome Stability and Editing Laboratory
OPEN POSITIONS
Interested in joining our team?
We are seeking highly motivated, ambitious, and collaborative researchers with a strong interest in the lab.
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN
We are pleased to announce that our lab is recruiting a Research Technician! We are seeking researchers passionate about translating precision genome editing technologies into living medicine and working at the forefront of cellular and gene therapies, including exciting in vivo studies.
This full-time, 12-month position (with the possibility of extension) will give you hands-on experience with cutting-edge genome editing technologies on human primary immune cells, and human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs). You will contribute to research that bridges the gap between basic science and clinical applications, focusing on correcting genetic defects in HSPCs and advancing cellular and gene therapies. Here is a video describing the work the successful applicant will be involved in.
We are looking for a skilled molecular biologist with strong technical expertise or exceptional motivation to master new techniques who can contribute to our research goals. Interested candidates must apply directly through the University of Calgary careers portal. Please clearly explain, in your cover letter, why your skills and experience make you the perfect fit for this job opportunity.
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Important: Only applications submitted through the University of Calgary careers portal will be considered for this position.
POSTDOC(S)
We have open positions for talented postdocs interested in joining the lab.
Elements required for the application to be considered:
1) Motivation letter: Please explain your motivation for joining the lab, and a description of your scientific interests.
2) CV: list of manuscripts published and/or in preparation, and the name and contact information of 3 references.
=> Please, send these documents to Dr. Billon by email at pierre.billon@ucalgary.ca
GRAD STUDENT(S)
We have open positions for dedicated Graduate (Master/Ph.D.) students
Due to the large volume of applications received, consideration will be given exclusively to applicants who submit a fully completed application form.
We encourage all qualified applicants to submit their applications; however, our current focus is on the recruitment of M.Sc. We will occasionally consider exceptional Ph.D. candidates.
[Download the Application form]
=> Please, complete and return the application form and any related documents to Dr. Billon via email at pierre.billon@ucalgary.ca
UNDERGRAD(S)
We have open positions for passionate Undergraduate students
Interested in joining our lab for the summer of 2026 or an Undergraduate honors thesis? To apply, please email the following documents to Dr. Billon at pierre.billon@ucalgary.ca
1) Motivation letter: Explain your interest in our lab and highlight your previous laboratory experience(s).
2) CV detailing your academic (awards, scholarships, etc...) and non-academic (leadership roles...) achievements.
3) Recent transcripts: Submit copies of your latest academic transcripts.
We look forward to discussing with you soon!