Enzyme Process Development Scientist

Illumina; Alabama; On-site; USD 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina, a world leader in DNA sequencing, seeks a Scientist I to contribute to enzyme production process development in the Enzyme Process Development Group. This role involves protein purification, analytical assays, buffer formulation, and meticulous documentation, within a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values innovation and cross-functional teamwork.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant science degree with lab experience and strong communication skills, supported by a

Qualifications

• BS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field, or an Associate's degree with 1-2 years of laboratory experience
• Familiarity with analyzing proteins and nucleic acids using SDS-PAGE, agarose gel electrophoresis, UV/Vis spectroscopy, or fluorescence-based assays
• Ability to calculate molarities and make biological buffers
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good organizational, time-management, and analytical abilities
• Comfort with ambiguity and a fast-paced, collaborative work environment

Responsibilities

• Purify proteins using column chromatography and filtration techniques
• Perform functional and physical assays to assess protein purity and stability
• Generate buffer systems to support specific design requirements
• Formulate protein solutions to match predefined enzyme product conditions
• Generate, track, and maintain development enzyme and buffer inventories
• Thoroughly and accurately document experiments as they are performed
• Write summaries and contribute to reports
• Help troubleshoot unexpected or challenging results within a team
• Optimize and stress test process designs to ensure robust performance
• Analyze, summarize, and present results to teams to drive design decisions and improvements

Skills

SDS-PAGE

Agarose gel

UV/Vis spectroscopy

Fluorescence-based assays

Buffer preparation

Molarity calculations

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Oral communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Illumina, a world leader in DNA sequencing, seeks a Scientist I to contribute to enzyme production process development in the Enzyme Process Development Group. This role involves protein purification, analytical assays, buffer formulation, and meticulous documentation, within a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values innovation and cross-functional teamwork.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant science degree with lab experience and strong communication skills, supported by a