Sr. Scientist - Electrochemist
Illumina
0 - 3 years
California
Posted: 06/04/2026
Job Description
Summary
This is a unique opportunity to join a talented team of scientists at the frontiers of innovation in next-gen sequencing. As a Sr. Scientist at Illumina, you will work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment to play an integral role in developing new sequencing technologies. Using your electrochemistry expertise, in a multidisciplinary environment, you will collaborate with external and internal partners to push the frontiers of electrochemistry in the development of exciting state-of-the-art technology.
Based at our Headquarters in San Diego we require a Sr. Scientist to join our Advanced Science department as an Electrochemistry expert in a permanent role.
As part of the Future Sequencing Technology group, you will play an integral role in developing new sequencing technologies and related applications. As the company moves fast so does the technology we use, the candidate will have to be adaptable to a wide range of techniques and methods used in life-sciences.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will design, execute and interpret experiments, utilizing an understanding of best practice electrochemistry methods.
Effectively work within multidisciplinary and international teams and routinely interact with synthetic chemists, protein chemists, bioinformatics scientists, and engineers to solve problems and devise experimental plans.
Innovate and devise creative solutions to electrochemical problems.
Participate in collaborative research and analyze large complex data sets
Be both a strong individual contributor as well as a collaborative team member
Keep detailed lab notebooks, prepare reports, updates, and summaries for managers and team. Write technical reports and prepare presentations for cross functional and cross-site technical teams. Role Requirements
Expertise in electrochemistry and electrochemical techniques pertaining to biodetectors.
Experience in method development of stability of the electrode system using electrochemical, analytical and surface analysis tools.
Experience in electrochemistry in constricted volume.
Experience in micro/nano-fabrication of electrodes will be a plus.
Experienced use of data and risks to formulate clear decision criteria to influence technical direction at a project level
Experience with a wide range standard analytical techniques and surface characterization techniques.
Understanding of microfluidics, fluorescence based assays, and fundamentals of DNA (bio)chemistry
Education and Experience
Ph.D. in Electrochemistry, Chemistry or Material Science with 0-3 years post experience in industrial or academia
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 accommodations@illumina.com. 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. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
About Company
Illumina is a global leader in genomics, specializing in the development and manufacturing of innovative sequencing and array-based technologies. Their solutions are widely used in research, clinical, and applied markets to advance studies in areas like genetic variation, oncology, and personalized medicine. Illumina's technologies enable groundbreaking discoveries and drive progress in fields such as healthcare, agriculture, and biotechnology.
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