Why Van Andel Institute?

Our Mission
Whether you are a researcher, an educator, a manager or an administrative professional, you could help Van Andel Institute improve the health and enhance the lives of generations to come through biomedical research and science education. Be a part of the day-to-day victories and the long-term successes. Fight diseases, inspire the scientists of tomorrow, and impact lives.

Our People
Experience a diverse and collaborative environment, where open spaces foster dialogue and staff from almost 20 countries work together. Meet people from diverse cultural, educational, and employment backgrounds. Learn a new perspective while sharing your own.

Our Environment
Cascading glass bathes offices and labs in sunlight. Open spaces encourage collaboration. Downtown restaurants provide countless lunch options, unless you’d like to picnic in the park or eat on our balcony. The view won’t disappoint.

Our Growth
Our Phase II expansion will offer a cafeteria and a library, and will be LEED certified to lessen the Institute’s environmental impact. Phase II will translate into growth in our staff, our research capabilities, and our educational initiatives. Look in any direction, and you’ll see that Grand Rapids and the life sciences sector here are growing too.