Technical Application Scientist 2

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.

Technical Applications Scientist – Hybrid

Illumina are a Global Biotechnology company and we are currently looking for the best, customer focused Technical Applications Scientists to join our mission, to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. ​As a product expert, you will provide support to customers and colleagues on Illumina's products; bead array and Next Generation Sequencing.

By joining Illumina as Technical Applications Scientist, you will be in a Hub & Hybrid role with travel to the Europe Head Office based in Cambridge UK expected twice a week, you will work in collaboration and in scientific discussion which will enable our customers’ success across the Europe region.

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!!

Why You

You will have a keen interest and experience in supporting customers and providing the best levels of technical customer support possible.  You will be a fast learner, quick worker and have excellent analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to your customers. 

You will come from a molecular biology or genetics background and be passionate about supporting and advising our customers on Illumina products and applications.

Responsibilities will include:

• Professionally, efficiently and conclusively triage, troubleshoot and resolve customer technical questions and problems
• Log and manage customer issues using Illumina’s issue-tracking database
• Troubleshoot a variety of issues related to Illumina’s products under limited instruction
• Keen interest in learning about our sequencer portfolio and its integration in different pipelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure efficient and timely support for our customers
• Provide and assist customers with the analysis of their data
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers
• Triage and dispatch issues requiring field support to Field Service Engineers and Field Applications Scientists when appropriate
• Provide technical guidance regarding the choice and use of the appropriate Illumina product to existing and prospective customers
• Working closely with Sales and Marketing, QA/QC, and R&D to address customer concerns, determine corrective action and customer follow-up
• As part of the Technical Support Team, located in the Illumina Centre UK, you will collaborate with colleagues and other teams to offer the level and quality of support our customers expect

Preferred Educational and Experience Background:

• PhD/MSc or BSc in molecular biology, genetics or similar.
• Troubleshooting experience on gene expression analysis, genotyping, NGS, molecular biology or similar
• Experience of data analysis with Illumina software or similar.
• Experience of using Illumina products
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills required
• Outstanding written and verbal communication and training skills a must
• Experience working in any service role desired
• Teaching experience desirable
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
• Must be very detail oriented with demonstrated ability to learn quickly

It would be brilliant (but not necessary) if you also have:

• Biotech experience preferred with previous experience in a direct external customer support role
• Experience with sequencing technology
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and training skills
• Customer facing role in sales or support

What can you expect 

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 including highly competitive salaries accompanied by a market leading benefits package.

You will be part of the global leader in the Sequencing industry where you will find robust growth opportunities and career development within Illumina. 

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.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity 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. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.