Laboratory Technician 2

Illumina; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina is looking for a Laboratory Technician 2 to join their Cambridge team. This role involves expertise in various lab operations, ensuring smooth equipment functioning, and contributing to innovative projects. The ideal candidate will have relevant lab experience, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Enjoy an inclusive work environment with industry-leading benefits.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Private medical insurance

Employee stock purchasing program

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory equipment and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with lab users and departments.
• Maintain ISO13485 lab processes.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

BSc/MSc in a relevant field

Laboratory experience without a degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

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.

Laboratory Technician 2 - Cambridge, Great Abington (Onsite)

As a Laboratory Technician 2 here at Illumina in Cambridge, you will be part of our dynamic team, contributing to various specialist roles within the lab. You will demonstrate expertise in specific areas and apply your knowledge to support our innovative projects. This role involves close collaboration with other lab users and departments, ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Illumina'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!

Why You

You will have relevant experience in a laboratory setting, with a detail-oriented and conscientious approach to your work. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Your team-oriented mindset and exceptional communication skills will enable you to handle sensitive conversations and build trust with colleagues and leaders. A BSc/MSc is strongly preferred, but equivalent experience or molecular biology laboratory experience without a degree is also valuable.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Technical Specialist
• Equipment specialist: Serve as SME for multiple items of laboratory equipment, advising on usage and maintenance, and participating in equipment management processes for calibration, servicing, and record keeping.
• Sales Enablement specialist: Participate in sales enable activities including lab tours, instrument demonstrations, workflow design, evaluation services, and customer throughput assistance.
• Illumina product specialist: Explain and perform Illumina product workflows within the ISC lab space for sales enablement activities and for non-customer related internal staff and external visitors.
• General Specialist
• Safety specialist: Oversee waste stream management, chemical labeling, and participate in risk assessments in multiple spaces.
• Quality specialist: Maintain ISO13485 lab processes, ensuring compliance with processes, documentation, and trainings.
• Security specialist: Audit access and LMS compliance for ISC Labs.
• Procurement specialist: Participate in large initiative purchasing (e.g., CapEx, bulk orders).
• Stock specialist: Oversee operations of systems deployed in ISC Lab, monitor changes, lead set-up and modification improvements, and liaise with users for optimization.
• CSU specialist: Oversee CSU program initiatives (defrost/Kaizen events, temperature monitoring, and ownership).
• Operational Excellence specialist: Oversee 6S and operational improvements in ISC Lab.
• Communication specialist: Communicate initiatives and progress, receive requests (BriefingSource), and liaise with Lab Supervisor/Request owner to coordinate lab activities.

What Can You Expect

Our 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.

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 laws.

The 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 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 [e-mail].

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 Us

The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world – and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.