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, HinxtonAs a Clinical Lab Technician, you will be primarily based at our Hinxton site with some work at the Illumina Centre based in Great Abington. You will receive full training in all laboratory tasks, including Genotyping, Sequencing and Library Preparation as well as supporting other duties such as cleaning, waste removal, and collaboration on various projects.Why usIllumina Laboratory Services is an ISO accredited service delivering high quality genomic data from two laboratory sites in Cambridge. The role of Clinical Lab Technician 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 This job is being exclusively posted internally for 30 days - the closing date for applications is on Monday July 29th, 2024.Please note that based on the experience level of the candidate selected, the role will be a level one or level two Clinical Lab TechnicianIllumina'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!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.Preferred Requirements BSc/MSc strongly preferred OR Some molecular biology laboratory experience required with no degree.Some industry experience in a laboratory preferred but not required Experience in automated workflows preferred but not required.Detail-oriented and conscientious.What can you expectOur 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. 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.INDEUR#LI-EMEA#LI-ONSITEIllumina 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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