OVERVIEW
Génome Québec is celebrating 25 years of innovation in genomics this year and would like to use this opportunity to recognize and highlight the excellence of the next generation of early career omics researchers in all application sectors (health, bio-food, environment and natural resources).
Four $25,000 monetary awards are available for a research program aligned with the following objectives:
- Excellence and originality of the research program proposed;
- The candidate’s career to date;
- Potential benefits for the Québec research ecosystem and the field of application;
- The relevance of using the monetary prize to advance the scientific program.
ELIGIBILITY
This competition is open to individuals who have held for five years or less their first position as an independent researcher in a Québec university, research centre or hospital.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must submit a proposal meeting the competition’s objectives (using the form provided and a three-page Biosketch (CV)) by email to ctelekawa@genomequebec.com.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS
The deadline to submit an application is September 17, 2025, at noon (EDT).
AWARDS CEREMONY
Recipients must make themselves available to receive their prize during the 2025 Rendez-vous Génome Québec held in Montréal on October 23, 2025.