Queen's Genetically Engineered Machine (QGEM) - Lead Web/Software Developer

• Lead the full development of the team's iGEM wiki, including choice and implementation of the web stack.
• Design and implement the wiki's visual identity, layout, navigation, and overall user experience.
• Lead and coordinate the web/software timeline and general members.
• Review, format, and finalize all wiki content to meet iGEM standards and deadlines.
• Deliver a polished, competition-ready website and supporting digital assets.

This role supports QGEM's mission to empower students to explore biotechnology through real-world problem solving and design innovative, responsible synthetic biology solutions, while promoting accessible education and community engagement in STEM.

• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and website development is an asset.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles, responsive design, or design tools (e.g., Figma, Illustrator, Canva) is an asset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including debugging and optimizing website structure.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate technical information into clear, accessible formats.
• Demonstrated interest in synthetic biology, software development or biotechnology-related projects is considered a very strong asset.

• Executive roles provide strong opportunities for leadership, project design, and technical development.
• Chance to attend the iGEM Grand Jamboree in Paris, France from November 13th-16th, 2026 (dependent on contribution and funding).
• Opportunity to become a project advisor or mentor for the QGEM 2027 team through a pilot mentorship program.
• Eight-week onboarding period with mentor support and flexible transition options.
• Flexibility for remote/hybrid work available.

Queen's Genetically Engineered Machine (QGEM) is a synthetic biology design team at Queen's University that provides students with hands-on, interdisciplinary experience in molecular biology, computational biology, biotechnological engineering, outreach, science communication, and entrepreneurship, while competing annually at the international iGEM competition.