Become part of a team of academics and professionals committed to making a positive impact in British Columbia, Canada and the world
Working at Genome BC allows you to interact with empowered, intelligent people focused on emerging science and disruptive technologies that are groundbreaking, exciting, and helping to provide solutions to some of humankind’s greatest challenges.
Our work improves people’s lives through innovation, strategic collaborations, excellent projects, technology platforms, and proactive leadership in exploring the societal impacts of genomics.
We want you to provide an important contribution by thinking strategically, driving projects, and inspiring colleagues from all over the world, while helping us to catalyze innovative solutions through genome sciences.
People are the DNA of our success
The Genome BC team comprises an interdisciplinary group of people from different countries, backgrounds, and cultures. Members of our team are:
- Respected and valued,
- Given opportunities to develop knowledge and skills,
- Empowered to succeed,
- Recognized for a job well done.
Genome BC’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are dedicated to promoting equal opportunities across everything we do regarding employment and training, providing services, and engaging in decision-making. More specifically, at Genome BC:
- We foster the recognition and appreciation of diversity within the Genome BC community;
- We promote the full and equitable participation of individuals from diverse backgrounds in the continual evolution and shaping of Genome BC and assist them in the elimination of barriers to such participation;
- We ensure that individuals are not discriminated against based on culture, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or family status, physical or mental disability unrelated to job requirements, genetic information, or age; and
- We encourage creativity and innovation, to ensure each member of the Genome BC community can give their best, and help us move forward with our equity, diversity and inclusion goals.
Challenge yourself at Genome BC
We offer the opportunity to be part of something revolutionary. Genome BC is an organization dedicated to sharing the transformational power of genomics and omics technologies with all sectors in BC. Become part of a highly energized team that strives to advance the uptake of genomic solutions that improve our world.
You’ll be inspired by the people you interact with, and there will be plenty of opportunities to grow and develop with this engaging organization.
Career opportunities will keep you inspired and engaged, and you will be provided opportunities to grow and develop through this engaging organization.
If you like a fast-paced environment, being part of a hardworking team, and being dedicated to continuous improvement, we think you will like working at Genome BC.
Current opportunities
Please review the listings below to view all available opportunities.
President and CEO
The Genome BC Board of Directors has engaged Egon Zehnder, an internationally recognized executive search firm, to lead the recruitment process for Genome BC’s next President and CEO.
Individuals interested in this opportunity are invited to contact Egon Zehnder directly:
Darius Chehrzad — Darius.Chehrzad@egonzehnder.com or
Stephanie Levitt — Stephanie.Levitt@egonzehnder.com
Vice President, Corporate Development
Full-time, reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range: $215,000 – $255,000 annually, supplemented by a competitive total rewards package.
Reporting to the President and CEO, Genome BC is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven leader to serve as Vice President, Corporate Development. They will lead a portfolio central to Genome BC’s future: strengthening partnerships, advancing government relations and driving the diversification of sustainable funding that enables genomics research and innovation to thrive in British Columbia.
The Vice President works across the organization and with partners in government, industry, academia and the non-profit sector to identify opportunities, shape strategic initiatives and position Genome BC for long-term impact. This is a role for a collaborative executive who can translate complex scientific and technical concepts into compelling opportunities for decision makers and stakeholders.
Download a full description of the opportunity here.
How to apply:
To apply or make a nomination, please contact PFM Executive Search:
Attention Allison Rzen and Maggie Ow at pfm@pfmsearch.com
All telephone inquiries to 604.689.9970 or Toll-Free 1.800.864.9970
Format for written applications should be presented as follows:
- A covering letter—describing briefly why the appointment is of interest and what you believe you can bring to the role.
- A full CV containing the following information:
a. Title, full name, address, daytime and evening telephone numbers and email address
b. Residency status
c. Present and previous roles
d. Details of education and professional training and qualifications
e. Any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies, community service, etc.
