Senior Scientist – Biophysics
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
You are excited to develop novel approaches to sequencing DNA. As a creative first-principles experimentalist comfortable working at the interface between biology and physics this biophysics/biochemist candidate has experience working with DNA and/or in the study of DNA-processing enzymes such as polymerases and helicases. Single-molecule and biophysics experience preferred. Experience scripting or programming to discern new insights from data is a plus as is comfort with setting up troubleshooting and working with new instrumentation.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will design execute and interpret single molecule experiments utilizing an understanding of DNA enzymes and biophysics.
Effectively work within multidisciplinary and international teams and routinely interact with synthetic chemists protein chemists bioinformatics scientists and engineers to solve problems and devise experimental plans.
Innovate and devise creative solutions to difficult biophysics problems.
Keep detailed lab notebooks prepare reports updates and summaries for managers and team. Write technical reports and prepare presentations for cross functional and cross-site technical teams.
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
Requirements:
PhD in biophysics bioengineering biochemistry protein chemistry or related field.
0-5 years of post-PhD hands-on experience with DNA-related biophysics experiments DNA processing enzymes or method development for DNA sequencing. Understanding of single molecule biophysics; interdisciplinary experience combining biochemistry and biophysics to address biological problems.
Familiarity and comfort working with data collection systems interpreting data sets and troubleshooting experiments.
Exceptional data interpretation skills and ability to study data to propose next steps.
Highly creative and inventive problem solver with a can-do attitude.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Highly collaborative team player.
All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Ability to maintain custom equipment (training will be provided).
Ability to write scripts to process proprietary data.
Experience working with international cross site teams.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Protein Purification
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
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