Enzyme Process Development Scientist I

Illumina; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina is seeking a Scientist I in the United States for enzyme production process development in the Advanced Science group. The role entails protein purification, functional assays, buffer formulation, and meticulous documentation to drive design decisions.

Collaboration across teams is essential in a fast-paced environment. The position supports a base salary range of $58,300–$87,500 with additional bonus/ equity opportunities and a broad benefits package.

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 techniques such as 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

Protein analysis

Buffer preparation

Communication skills

Office software

Time management

Analytical ability

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

BS in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Genetics/Microbiology/Chemistry or related field

Associate’s degree with 1-2 years lab experience

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Agarose gel electrophoresis

UV/Vis spectroscopy

Fluorescence-based assays

Microsoft Office

Job description

Illumina is seeking a Scientist I in the United States for enzyme production process development in the Advanced Science group. The role entails protein purification, functional assays, buffer formulation, and meticulous documentation to drive design decisions.

Collaboration across teams is essential in a fast-paced environment. The position supports a base salary range of $58,300–$87,500 with additional bonus/ equity opportunities and a broad benefits package.