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.Clinical Lab Technician 1 – UK Why Us Illumina Laboratory Services is an ISO accredited service delivering high quality genomic data from two laboratory sites in Cambridge. The role of Clinical Lab Technician 2 is a laboratory-based role where you will be responsible for performing routine laboratory techniques (e.g., library preparation, whole genome sequencing and genotyping) in a high throughput automated environment. Working as part of a team you will be expected to produce quality data within defined timeframes and assist with the everyday running of the laboratory.Why You Illumina Laboratory Services are at the forefront of bringing whole genome sequencing into healthcare, helping change lives by driving adoption of sequencing in the diagnosis of rare disease and emerging cancer applications. Your new colleagues are all deeply passionate about what they do, knowing that our work has the power to improve lives The roleAs a Clinical Lab Technician 2, you will be primarily based at our Hinxton site though you will also occasionally work at the Illumina Centre based in Great Abington. You will receive full training in several routine tasks, the first of which will be Genotyping (Infinium Assay). To run the laboratory effectively, you will also be involved in other duties such as cleaning, waste removal, and collaboration on various projects.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Illumina’s continued growth. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited toPerform routine lab tasks as assigned. Positively respond to changes in priority through the day whilst maintaining quality and meeting defined timeframes.Take immediate action when confronted with a problem; recognize when issues require escalation to senior staff and offer basic solutions.Perform routine maintenance and QC on laboratory equipment to ensure it is fit for purpose and operating within set validation criteria.Monitor lab consumables: re-order as required to ensure stock levels are maintained to prescribed levels to sustain laboratory throughput.Clean and organize common lab areas and take responsibility for all housekeeping tasks being completed on time.Always follow H&S procedures at Illumina and adhere to risk assessments.Comply with the International Standard (ISO 15189) and QMS. Record data to GDP, strictly follow WIs and raise quality events when necessary.Contribute to overall team goals whilst maintaining individual output.QualificationsBSc/MSc strongly preferred ORSome molecular biology laboratory experience required with no degreeSome industry experience in a laboratory preferred but not requiredExperience in automated workflows preferred but not required.Detail-oriented and conscientious.What can you expectIllumina Laboratory Services are primarily looking for a candidate who can assist in running our Genotyping assay in the first instance. Should you have experience working with next generation sequencing technology this would also be advantageous. Role would be suitable for those who have at some experience working within a laboratory. Weekend work will be expected as the team works a shift system operating over 7 days and you will be required to be flexible. You will have the scope to progress as we continue to grow and develop and may be involved in continuous improvement projects and encouraged to suggest process improvements.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. BenefitsA highly competitive salaryShift allowanceMarket leading benefits packageBeing part of the global leader in the Sequencing industryRobust growth opportunities within IlluminaDevelopment Flexi hoursAll job offers with Illumina are subject to a valid VOG (Code of good conduct). Failure to be able to supply this might result in the retraction of any job contract INDHPIllumina 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.
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