Oligonucleotide Manufacturing Chemist I

US07 Illumina US Manufacturing Operations, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genomics sequencing access

Family planning benefits

Health/dental/vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Illumina, Inc. in California seeks a Manufacturing Chemist 1 to contribute to the Primer Manufacturing group. You will follow established protocols to synthesize and purify complex oligonucleotides, support purification steps, and maintain a clean, compliant laboratory environment in a GMP setting.

The role requires 0–2 years’ lab experience, basic chemistry and math skills, and familiarity with SAP/ERP systems. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated experience in GMP.
• 0-2 years manufacturing laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established protocols to assist production of complex organic molecules and modified oligonucleotides.

Responsibilities

• Follow established protocols in production of complex organic molecules and modified oligonucleotides.
• Assist synthesis and purification of complicated organic molecules and modified oligonucleotides.
• Inventory control of reagents and supplies using proper labeling and transactions.
• Maintain lab organization and availability of lab supplies.
• Operate equipment with routine testing and calibration.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Communication skills

Chemistry basics

Math skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Illumina, Inc. in California seeks a Manufacturing Chemist 1 to contribute to the Primer Manufacturing group. You will follow established protocols to synthesize and purify complex oligonucleotides, support purification steps, and maintain a clean, compliant laboratory environment in a GMP setting.

The role requires 0–2 years’ lab experience, basic chemistry and math skills, and familiarity with SAP/ERP systems. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.