What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

12 Month - Fixed Term Contract - Cambridge, UK (On-site) 

Application Deadline: 4th October 2024

Why you

Illumina are seeking an analytical chemist with experience using HPLC and LC-MS, to join the team on a 12-month fixed term contract in our European Head Office in Cambridge, UK. You will be comfortable working to SOPs likely with some industrial experience. The role will involve developing, qualifying and transferring analytical methods to characterize components and processes that underpin the chemistries used in Illumina’s technologies.

Why us

Illumina offers an industry-leading remuneration package, new purpose-built state of the art facilities and an innovative, fast-moving work environment.

Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Developing analytical methods to characterize and quality control existing materials & processes.Analytical method verification, validation & transfer from R&D to UK manufacturing.Providing support for internal manufacturing operations.Maintaining analytical equipment and operating procedures.Written and verbal communication of plans, procedures and results.

Education, Experience & Attributes required:

Degree in chemical sciences or equivalent subject with some industrial analytical chemistry experience.Expertise with HPLC and LC-MS is essential.Experience using Agilent OpenLab HPLC software would be an advantage.A working knowledge of ICH Guidelines for method development and validation.Experience working under Good Laboratory Practice and ISO standards would be an advantage.Strong theoretical and practical analytical chemistry skills.Ability to work as part of a highly efficient, collaborative team.Self-motivated and able to produce results to a deadline.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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.