Materials/Polymer Chemistry Placement
by Illumina
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Materials/Polymer Chemistry Placement
Why Us
The material and applied surface science group focus on the development of novel materials and chemistries supporting Sequencing by Synthesis.
Our mission? To help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome
Why You
When you join the high-performing team at Illumina, your work takes on new meaning—to an exponential degree. Our growth, our positive culture, and the impact our products are having in the world will ignite the same passion in you that drives our people forward. And together, we accomplish beyond expectations.
The role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the synthesis, the analysis and the testing of new material using a laboratory tools, including sequencing. The intern may help write experimental reports, summaries and protocols for supervisors and other team members as appropriate.
Responsibilities will include
- Plan and conduct experiments in polymer synthesis, nano-particles generation, surface coating and organic chemistry
- Collect and process analytical data using Dynamic Light Scattering, ellipsometry, Infra-red, NMR, Goniometry and Fluorescence Microscopy
- Record progress and detailed experiments in lab book and PowerPoint presentations
- Communicate and discuss results obtained with other scientists and project’s stakeholders
- Collaborate with other scientists within the company to apply the results of research and develop new techniques
- Regularly present ongoing work and findings to colleagues during weekly and monthly updates at the project and department levels
- Help devise new research orientations
- Work in multidisciplinary teams, across department, function and sites
- Keep up to date with the work of other scientists within the company and outside (i.e academical papers, review, patents and workshops)
- Follow and uphold Illumina’s health and safety guidelines and rules.
- Protect Illumina’s IP by not disclosing any aspect of the work outside Illumina’s R&D department
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.
Preferred background, skills and experience
- MSc student in Chemistry or Chemical engineering preferred.
- Ideally some polymer science and/or materials chemistry coursework and practical lab experience
- Good oral communication and presentation skills in English.
- Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous
- Ability to implement protocols and keep good notes electronically and in a lab notebook.
- Be able to work in teams.
What can you expect
With Illumina you can expect to be paid for your time during your internship. You will develop a great foundation for the future of your career. You will have the opportunity of working for a company who is known in the industry but also known for its research. You will be part of the global leader in the Sequencing industry where you will find robust growth opportunities and career development within Illumina.
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 recognizes 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.
Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities 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.
About Illumina
At Illumina, you get to push boundaries. You can think beyond the conventional. You can dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people around you, the opportunities are endless. We are growing quickly and looking for talented and passionate people to join us via our internship programme - iAspire. Whether you're interested in genomics and biotech jobs, finance or legal, sales or marketing, manufacturing or procurement—join us and you can make a difference.
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