System Integration Engineer/Scientist 1

$61,700 - $92,500/Yr

Illumina

Full-time - Entry Level

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Systems Integration Engineer/Scientist 1 at Illumina plays a crucial role in developing genomic analysis tools that are essential for scientific and clinical research. This position involves hands-on testing and integration of hardware, software, and chemistry components to ensure the delivery of high-quality products that enhance genomic technology access and health equity globally.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on testing of end-to-end sequencing application workflows for whole genome and whole transcriptome analysis.
• Reliably execute experiments and test plans, collect data, summarize results, and report issues.
• Regularly communicate experimental results and observations in group settings.
• Contribute to investigations of technical issues and independently work on defined scope problems.
• Follow standard procedures and protocols to support verification and validation activities.
• Operate systems with a customer point of view to assess usability, safety, data quality, and efficiency of workflows.
• Contribute to the content of user guides.
• Instruct others in system operation and data analysis with increasing proficiency.
• Track and maintain lab supplies and consumable inventory for projects.

Requirements

• A basic understanding of sequencing systems and at least one application.
• Ability to describe the steps and components required to execute a complete end-to-end workflow, including sample library preparation, sequencing, and analysis.
• Basic molecular biology wet laboratory experience, including pipetting and working with DNA and RNA.
• Direct experience with qPCR or library preparation is a plus.
• Interest in data analysis and statistics.
• Programming experience is strongly desired (Python, Perl, LabView, etc.).
• A desire to be a part of a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, and dynamic environment.
• Solid communication and writing skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with qPCR or library preparation.
• Advanced programming skills in Python, Perl, or LabView.

Benefits

• Access to genomics sequencing
• Family planning support
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off