Posted on January 29, 2026.
The International Biosecurity and Biosafety Initiative for Science (IBBIS) is seeking a Fellow to support our International Standards Initiative, with a focus on China engagement, international standards alignment, and DNA synthesis screening governance. The Fellow will work closely with the IBBIS program lead and the DNA Screening Standards Consortium (DSSC), contributing to work at the intersection of international standards, biotechnology governance, and biosecurity.
Who are we?
IBBIS is an international organization with the mission of safeguarding modern bioscience and biotechnology so it can advance and flourish safely and responsibly. We work with global partners to strengthen biosecurity norms and develop innovative tools to uphold them.
The role
The Fellow will support IBBIS’s International Standards Initiative, with a strong emphasis on China engagement and inclusive participation in international standards processes. The role combines policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, coordination, and workshop design, with a particular focus on enabling meaningful participation by Chinese institutions and experts in global biotechnology governance and biosecurity frameworks.
The Fellow will work closely with the IBBIS program lead and the DNA Screening Standards Consortium (DSSC), contributing to international standards alignment, governance development, and multilateral coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Support to the DNA Screening Standards Consortium (DSSC), including coordination, documentation, and standards-related activities
- International standards alignment and policy analysis related to biotechnology governance and regulatory coordination
- China-focused stakeholder mapping and development of engagement strategies
- Design and delivery of workshops and dialogues enabling Chinese participation in international standards processes
- Coordination of China-focused working groups and participation enablement mechanisms
Qualifications
- Experience engaging with Chinese institutions, research bodies, or government-linked organisations
- Strong understanding of international standards development, technology governance, or regulatory coordination
- Experience in stakeholder mapping, workshops, or multilateral initiatives
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Professional working proficiency in English and Chinese
- Ability to work in cross-cultural, international, and multidisciplinary environments
Details
- Reports to: IBBIS Program Lead (International Standards Initiative)
- International collaborations: collaborate with global experts and contribute to international projects shaping the future of biotechnology governance and biosecurity
- Travel opportunities: Opportunity to support international workshops and meetings (dependent on project needs)
Application Process
If this role may be relevant to you, or to someone in your network, please email info@ibbis.bio with a short paragraph outlining your interest and relevant experience.
Application deadline: February 14th, 2026