At the IGI, we envision a world in which genome-engineering innovations benefit humanity and are accessible to all. We believe: 

• Every IGI project has the potential for large-scale global impact over time.
• Meeting our goals requires both leading-edge basic research and translation.
• We work to create new paradigms for equitable and ethical applications.
• Our work meets the highest standards for ethics and social responsibility.
• Effective leadership, collaboration, and communication are critical for success.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to achieving our goals.

Benefits of working at the IGI include:

• Being part of a mission-driven team and thriving research environment
• Access to IGI facilities, material resources, and administrative support, including our in-house IP expert
• Professional development opportunities
• Shaping the future of genome engineering

We are looking for passionate people who share our vision, values, and drive. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to our commitment to excellence, diversity, and inclusion in academia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity. We encourage applications from candidates who may have had non-traditional career paths, taken time off for family/personal reasons, or excelled in careers outside academia.

Most of our job postings list “required” and “preferred” qualifications. We encourage individuals to apply who do not meet every preferred qualification, but who could grow and thrive in the role. 

Compensation is determined by guidelines set forth by each home campus. You can learn more about salary ranges for a given position using the UC title code system.

Open Positions

Please note that posted positions are open even if the first review date has passed.

Public Impact Director (UC Berkeley)

Graduate Student Positions

Our investigators accept graduate students from their home departments through university graduate programs.

Undergraduate Student Positions

Many IGI labs welcome undergraduate researchers from UC Berkeley. If you would like to perform research related to our program areas, please email your CV and cover letter to the principal investigator most relevant to your interests.

We welcome all applicants for employment and commit to providing all employees with equal opportunity for advancement, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, military service, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

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