BenchSci Layoffs 2025 — 83 Jobs Cut in Ontario, Canada
83
employees affected
Media Report
Toronto-based biotech AI startup BenchSci cut 23% of its staff (about 83 jobs) since May 2025 as it shifts to become an AI-first company, using generative AI tools to automate work previously done by humans. The layoffs include a 20% reduction in software engineering roles and are part of the company's strategy to increase efficiency rather than responding to business challenges.
Key Facts
- Announced Date
- August 12, 2025
- Province
- Ontario
- City
- Toronto
- Industry
- Technology
- Laid Off
- 83
- Percentage
- 23%
- Company Type
- startup
- Source
- News Media
Company Info
- English Name
- BenchSci
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