Sr Bioinformatics Specialist

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.The Sr. Bioinformatics Specialist will be responsible for developing and supporting channel sales opportunities by translating bioinformatics expertise and product knowledge into compelling positioning, competitive and selling strategies. The goal is to promote rapid adoption of lllumina technology by providing product and bioinformatics knowledge into supporting channel sales opportunities.  The Specialist will develop solutions and build a community of satisfied customers by working with sales channel partners and marketing in both pre- and post-sales activities.This role will focus on driving Illumina’s business in India.  Additional travel outside of region may be occasionally required.Tasks and Responsibilities:Be the subject matter expert for bioinformatics applications and analysis software and voice of customer to regional management, global product management, marketing and market developmentDemonstrate a broad knowledge of the market environment including: current and possible future market trends, practices and information affecting the business; industry trends; competition and competitive environment; marketplace strategies and tacticsAdvise customers on technical aspects such as end-to-end workflows, study design, possible solutions, product positioning and competitor comparisons.Provide software demonstrations to customersWork with channel sales teams to impart deep domain knowledge, including discussion of relevant publications and supporting literature with key customers.Have a deep knowledge of Illumina’s products and the value to customersProvide engaging presentations to drive market interest in lllumina technologiesBuilds strong internal and external global relationships to assist in building businessAttend relevant trade shows and conferencesIn collaboration with channel sales and marketing teams, develop and execute strategic plans for winning new business, expanding market share, and building upon existing programs.Regularly communicate updates to management of in-district, trends and any issues related to their specific product line performance, competitor activities, or other issues emerging in assigned territory.Facilitate and drive the development of localized sales tools and appropriate training for the channel sales teams. Be a champion of lllumina's solutions in these markets.Spend a significant amount of time in the field, visiting customers with channel partners to maintain positive relationships, implement strategies, tactics and driving key solutions related to Illumina’s products.Contributes and advocates in global bioinformatics/software initiativesAssist, as time permits, with other business development activitiesAll listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.Position Requirements:Fluency in English requiredFamiliarity with the competitive landscape and trends in the bioinformatics sequencing/microarray marketPractical experience of using common bioinformatics software and tools in microarray and/or massively parallel sequencingExcellent demonstrated communication (verbal and written) and training skillsDemonstrated proactiveness in initiating and accomplishing tasksExcellent time management skills – is able to prioritise workload accordinglyAbility to travel within district and regionally to carry out primary responsibilities, must be willing to travel up to 40%Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent bioinformatics work experience.Experience working with clinical customers or within a clinical environment preferredPrior field experience supporting customers in a highly technical field such as Next Generation Sequencing preferredCommerical experience preferred but not essentialIllumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and 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.