Scientist 1

Illumina; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Illumina in San Diego is seeking a Scientist 1 to execute experiments, analyze data, and support project aims. You will contribute to routine and advanced testing, document findings, and aid in decision-making with senior scientists.

The role emphasizes data interpretation, collaboration, and clear communication while delivering reliable results and supporting risk assessment for projects. Competitive benefits and long‑term growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of related experience; or equivalent.
• Able to draw sound conclusions from general experiment data sets.
• Can interpret results to form conclusions and suggest next steps with guidance from other scientists.
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors effectively through email, presentations, written reports or in meetings.

Responsibilities

• Executes planned experiments/analysis of moderate to advanced complexity within immediate team and performs routine chemical and biochemical testing; uses insights to help troubleshoot problems
• Contributes ideas for meeting project goals and invention disclosures
• Assembles data for analysis using accepted methods and distills key conclusions while keeping an organized laboratory notebook and implementing protocols
• Provides supporting data to Project Lead on risks in area of responsibility
• Understands internal customers and collaborators and their needs and expectations
• May train internal customers in areas of expertise

Skills

Data interpretation

Communication

Statistical understanding

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Illumina instruments

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.

Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Position Responsibilities

• Executes planned experiments/analysis of moderate to advanced complexity within immediate team and performs routine chemical and biochemical testing; uses insights to help troubleshoot problems
• Contributes ideas for meeting project goals and invention disclosures
• Assembles data for analysis using accepted methods and distills key conclusions while keeping an organized laboratory notebook and implementing protocols
• Provides supporting data to Project Lead on risks in area of responsibility
• Understands internal customers and collaborators and their needs and expectations
• May train internal customers in areas of expertise

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position.

Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Position Requirements

• Possesses a university level understanding of the scientific principles and laboratory experience (equivalent to Bachelor’s degree); working towards mastery of relevant subject matter
• Able to draw sound conclusions from general experiment data sets
• Can interpret results to form conclusions and suggest next steps with guidance from other scientists
• Uses advanced analytical instrumentation independently to collect data (examples include workstation equipment, Illumina instruments, third party analytical instrumentation, etc.)
• Basic understanding of statistical significance, replicates, controls
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors effectively through email, presentations, written reports or in meetings to support decision-making

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 0-2 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.

The estimated base salary range for the Scientist 1 role based in the United States of America is: $62,900 - $94,300. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

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 local, state, and federal laws. 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 local, state, and federal 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.