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At Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Scientist 1 Cambridge United Kingdom

Onsite at our Illumina Centre Great Abingdon Cambridge office

As Scientist 1 here at Illumina in Cambridge you will join our Reagent Science division supporting the development of innovative reagents for Illuminas sequencing platforms.

This is an ideal first role for a graduate looking to begin their scientific career in a collaborative R&D environment.

You will work alongside experienced scientists to learn and apply biochemical and biophysical techniques that characterise enzymes and inform the creation of highperformance sequencing reagents. You will be part of a supportive team environment that embodies our Win Together value while enabling you to grow your technical and analytical skills.

Why you

• You will be a recent Bachelors or Masters graduate in Biochemistry Biotechnology Biophysics Protein Chemistry Natural Sciences Biology or a related field.
• You will bring curiosity good communication skills and a willingness to learn new laboratory techniques.
• Experience with enzymology chromatography binding assays or biophysical tools is helpful but not essential.
• You will thrive in a fastpaced environment by taking ownership of your work staying organised and contributing positively to a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborating with scientists across disciplines to support reagent development
• Supporting experiments to characterise enzymes reagents and formulations
• Operating laboratory equipment including plate readers sequencers and liquid-handling robotics
• Analysing experimental data and identifying trends
• Documenting work accurately and presenting findings to project teams
• Managing tasks within agreed timelines
• Troubleshooting laboratory equipment and supporting experimental problem-solving

Your next opportunity to win together and help drive our mission forward starts hereapply now.

What you can expect

Our team members are bright energetic and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people the opportunities are endless.

INDEUR

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.