Work With Us

Research services, collaborations, direct instrument access, and lab space for startups.​

WHERE TO START

Possible starting points

“We need to build or modify a biological system.”

Construct design, DNA assembly, microbial or mammalian engineering, variant generation, and cell-based workflows.

“We need to test, screen, or characterize something.”

Assays, phenotyping, analytical workflows, sequencing preparation, HPLC, mass spectrometry, and microscopy-supported studies.

“We need to automate or scale a workflow.”

Liquid handling, assay miniaturization, workflow optimization, high-throughput implementation, and automation-enabled process development.

“We need access, training, or technical support.”

Research services, collaborative projects, platform access, hosted arrangements, training, and staff-assisted technical work.

WAYS TO ENGAGE

Ways to work with us

Different projects call for different arrangements. The models below may overlap and can be scoped around the work.

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Research Services

Defined experimental work, including protocol onboarding, automation, and execution with agreed deliverables.

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Collaborative Projects

Joint research and method development, including project co-design and potential funding partnerships.

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Training & Direct Access

Training and access to suitable instrumentation and workflows for qualified users.

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Hosting & Residency

Dedicated laboratory or office space for startups and teams seeking an ongoing presence.

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Commercial projects are subject to appropriate agreements and material rights, licensing, and freedom-to-operate considerations.

WORKING ALONGSIDE THE FOUNDRY

Startup Residency Program

A home for biotech startups needing laboratory or office space near specialized research infrastructure. Hosted arrangements and any instrument access or technical support are scoped individually.

CURRENT RESIDENT COMPANIES
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY

Lab-to-Market Research Program

Developing a research project with commercial potential? Financial support may be available for selected projects moving toward translation.

Entrepreneurship support through District 3

Through our connection with Concordia's District 3 incubator, startups can explore venture coaching, laboratory facilities, and resources to support their growth.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Pricing & project terms

A few practical details before getting started.

Equipment & access rates

Most direct instrument-access rates are listed in our reservation system. Rates vary by client type.

Services & project pricing

Project-based services are scoped and quoted individually, based on requirements, milestones, and deliverables.

Send a request

Tell us a little about your project, access need, or residency inquiry. We'll suggest a suitable next conversation.

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What happens next

After you contact us, someone from business development or the relevant platform team may suggest a short intro call.

1

Review

We review your project goals, materials, timelines, and technical requirements.

2

Route

We identify the relevant platform capabilities, access model, and possible project pathway.

3

Protect

If needed, we can arrange an NDA before discussing confidential details.

4

Scope

We prepare a scope, cost estimate, and next-step plan for review.

Our Location

Visits are welcome by appointment;
please contact us in advance.

Concordia University, Loyola Campus
GE Building
7141 Sherbrooke St W
Montreal, Quebec H4B 1R6
Canada
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