Laboratory Development Scientist – Illumina Lab Services - UK Internship
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Laboratory Development Scientist – Illumina Lab Services - UK Internship
Illumina Laboratory Services (ILS) is an exciting and expanding initiative that is applying Illumina’s core sequencing technology to large scale, high through-put (HTP) sequencing projects. The team completed the DNA sequencing for the 100,000 Genomes Project and are now entering the next phase to deliver whole-genome sequencing into routine healthcare in partnership with Genomics England and the NHS.
The Assay Development team is responsible for bringing new technologies to the lab and a critical aspect of this is ensuring the pipeline we develop meets both evolving customer and regulatory needs. If you see yourself as someone who is innovative, proactive and a keen problem solver then the ILS Assay Development Team is an excellent environment for you. You will work within a passionate team of scientists and engineers to carry out a Proof of Concept (POC) study for a new technology we would like to assess the suitability of.
Why You
If you are seeking rewarding, challenging work and a chance to make a difference, then join the Illumina Internship Program where you’ll join our mission to help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome.
If you want to push boundaries and join a culture fueled by innovation, collaboration and openness, this role could be for you. If you want a brilliant, fast-paced, mission-driven environment then Illumina is the place for you.
The role
Within your 12-week internship you will carrying out the POC work for a new technology for use within our high-throughput sequencing pipeline. These studies include Design of Experiments, processing of test samples, analysis and drawing conclusions – all within our Quality Management System and Product Development Process. You will work with other members of the Assay Development Team, as well as other cross-functional teams, to provide a recommendation on whether this new technology could benefit the ILS workflow.
Preferred background, skills and experience
- Currently studying within a BSc program
- Basic laboratory skills training including DNA & RNA quantification, dilution & molarity calculations and pipetting skills
- Excellent attention to details, being able to work in a quality manner, complying will all laboratory guidelines
- An understanding of basic molecular biology techniques: PCR, Ligation, Use of enzymes
- Good time management skills, being able to complete tasks successfully within deadlines, to document all work and to present to management
- Be familiar with Office software: Excel; work; PowerPoint
- Experience in NGS techniques is desirable
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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