Queen's Genetically Engineered Machine (QGEM) - Website Developer/Engineer (hybrid)

Core responsibilities for the Website Developer/Engineer:

• Writing, testing, and debugging code for the iGEM website/wiki using HTML, CSS, and/or JavaScript, and various frameworks
• Planning the structure, layout, and user interface of web applications
• Assist with designing a cohesive visual identity for the wiki, including page layouts, navigation structure, graphics, and styling
• Help create a responsive, user-friendly, and accessible interface that effectively communicates complex scientific content
• Contribute to implementing interactive elements where appropriate
• Organize code, media assets, and documentation for clean submission
• Collaborate with wet lab, dry lab, and media teams

This role contributes to QGEM's mission of empowering students to explore biotechnology through real-world problem solving and designing innovative, responsible, and impactful synthetic biology solutions that address real-world challenges.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and/or website development is recommended
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles, or graphic design tools (e.g., Figma, Illustrator, Canva) is a strong asset
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage scientific content and multiple deadlines
• Team-oriented and comfortable working in interdisciplinary environments
• Problem-solving abilities, especially in debugging code and optimizing website structure
• Interest in science communication, knowledge translation, synthetic biology, or biotechnology-related projects

No compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the posting. This appears to be a student club/team position rather than a paid employment opportunity.

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.