Biochemistry – Research and Technology Development - UK Placement
by Illumina
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Biochemistry – Research and Technology Development - UK Placement
Why Us
Are you seeking a company that will offer you rewarding, challenging work and a chance to make a difference? Then you should consider Illumina Internship Program. Our mission? To help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome.
We have established ourselves as the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies through our focus on innovation and serving customers in the research, clinical and applied markets. We facilitate a myriad of processes in the life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture and other emerging segments.
Each summer, dozens of undergrad, Masters and PhD students embrace these internship roles globally. Our 12-month program focuses on meaningful project work, professional and personal development, in addition to providing networking opportunities.
Why You
As a Biochemistry Intern in the Research & Technology Development (RTD) department you will be working at the cutting-edge of new biochemistry-based technologies at Illumina. You will help perform the early work on developing our future sequencing platforms, working with new reagents and prototype instruments.
The role
You will perform early integration work, helping put together new technologies in proof-of-concept testing for future sequencing platforms.
You will initially shadow and then work in collaboration with other team members. You will perform sequencing runs on a number of sequencing platforms, including standard and experimental systems. You will also perform analytical testing, including fluorescence-based assays, when needed.
By the end of the internship, you will be expected to be working fairly independently, generate accurate reports, and give presentations to the team and broader department.
Preferred background, skills and experience
- Undergraduate or graduate in biochemistry or chemistry (2:1 or above) preferred.
- Basic programming and data analysis skills are desired, but not required.
- Good communication skills.
- An interest in science and new technologies.
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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