Layoff · Jan 8, 2024

BenchSci cuts 70 jobs

DateJan 8, 2024

CountryCanada

ReasonAI / automation

IndustryAI drug-discovery software

People affected

70

17% of the workforce

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BenchSci trims headcount citing generative AI, economic conditions
Toronto-based AI and biomedical startup BenchSci has reduced its headcount as the startup looks to adapt to the impact of generative AI in the field of drug discovery.
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Company history

Aug 12, 2025
Canada1 sourceAI / automationData via AI Layoffs Index
8323% of staff

BetaKit

BenchSci trims headcount citing generative AI, economic conditions

Toronto-based AI and biomedical startup BenchSci has reduced its headcount as the startup looks to adapt to the impact of generative AI in the field of drug discovery.

betakit.com