Scientist I

About the role

Illumina is the worldwide leader in DNA sequencing and genomic technologies, expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people. As part of the Enzyme Process Development Group in Advanced Science, you will work in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment and contribute to the development of enzyme production processes.

Responsibilities

• Purify proteins using column chromatography and filtration techniques
• Perform functional and physical assays to assess protein purity and stability
• Generate buffer systems to support specific design requirements
• Formulate protein solutions to match predefined enzyme product conditions
• Generate, track, and maintain development enzyme and buffer inventories
• Thoroughly and accurately document experiments as they are performed
• Write summaries and contribute to reports
• Help troubleshoot unexpected or challenging results within a team
• Optimize and stress‑test process designs to ensure robust performance
• Analyze, summarize, and present results to teams to drive design decisions and improvements

Requirements

• BS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related field, or an Associate’s degree with 1‑2 years of laboratory experience
• Familiarity with analyzing proteins and nucleic acids using techniques such as SDS‑PAGE, agarose gel electrophoresis, UV/Vis spectroscopy, or fluorescence‑based assays
• Ability to calculate molarities and make biological buffers
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good organizational, time‑management, and analytical abilities
• Comfort with ambiguity and a fast‑paced, collaborative work environment

Pay

The estimated base salary range for the Scientist I role in the United States is $58,300 – $87,500. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Employees are also eligible for variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and may receive equity as part of the compensation package.

Benefits

• Access to genomics sequencing
• Family planning support
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Employee Resource Groups offering career development, cultural awareness, and social‑responsibility opportunities