Cambridge, UK
Are you seeking a company that will offer you rewarding, challenging work and a chance to make a difference? Then you should consider Illumina's Internship Program. Our mission? To help improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome.
About us
We have established ourselves as the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies through our focus on innovation, serving customers in the research, clinical and applied markets. We currently facilitate a myriad of processes in the life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture, and other emerging segments.
When you join the high-performing team at Illumina, your work takes on new meaning—to an exponential degree. Our growth, our positive culture, and the impact our products are having in the world will ignite the same passion in you that drives our people forward. And together, we accomplish things beyond expectations.
The role
This role is a 12-month internship starting in July 2022, finishing July 2023. Based at our offices in Granta Park, Cambridge. Our program focuses on meaningful project work, professional and personal development, in addition to providing networking opportunities.
Your team:
The material and applied surface science (MASS) group focus on the development of novel materials and chemistries supporting Sequencing by Synthesis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the synthesis, the analysis and the testing of new material using a laboratory tools, including sequencing. The intern may help write experimental reports, summaries and protocols for supervisors and other team members as appropriate.
Role and Responsibilities:
Plan and conduct experiments in polymer synthesis, nano-particles generation, surface coating and organic chemistry
Collect and process analytical data using Dynamic Light Scattering, ellipsometry, Infra-red, NMR, Goniometry and Fluorescence Microscopy
Record progress and detailed experiments in lab book and PowerPoint presentations
Communicate and discuss results obtained with other scientists and project’s stakeholders
Collaborate with other scientists within the company to apply the results of research and develop new techniques
Regularly present ongoing work and findings to colleagues during weekly and monthly updates at the project and department levels
Help devise new research orientations
Work in multidisciplinary teams, across department, function and sites
Keep up to date with the work of other scientists within the company and outside (i.e academical papers, review, patents and workshops)
Follow and uphold Illumina’s health and safety guidelines and rules.
Protect Illumina’s IP by not disclosing any aspect of the work outside Illumina’s R&D department
Preferred experience and qualifications:
BSc/MSc in Chemistry Material Science or related topics
Ideally some polymer science and/or materials chemistry coursework and practical lab experience
Good oral communication and presentation skills in English.
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous
Ability to implement protocols and keep good notes electronically and in a lab notebook.
Be able to work in teams.
The Selection Process:
Submit application before 10th December 2021 to be considered
Longlisted candidates will be invited to submit a video application
Shortlisted candidates must be available to interview 10th January 2022 onwards
Successful Applicants will be invited onsite to meet their teams April 11th, 2022 prior to starting in July 2022
Right to Work: We can accept applicants from UK/EU/EEA for this internship, we will assist with any visas required. We are not currently able to sponsor those applying from outside the EEA.
Concerns regarding COVID-19 continue as positive cases are experienced in the communities in which we operate. Please be aware that, as a condition of employment, Illumina may require proof of COVID vaccination in accordance with local statutory requirements (subject to limited exceptions) beginning November 1, 2021.
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.
