Staff Scientist - Electrochemist

Illumina; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genomics sequencing access

Health/dental/vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Illumina is seeking a Staff Scientist - Electrochemist based in the United States to lead and execute large-scale research and development projects. The role emphasizes strategy, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration to advance genomic technologies.

Preferred candidates bring deep expertise in electrochemistry across multiple product cycles, with strong communication skills and the ability to influence cross-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years with a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads and executes large-scale research, technical development, or product development projects or a subfunction of a project; creates requirements, plans activities and owns deliverables.
• Leads minor core teams, contributes to technical road mapping, identifies/initiates/owns creative solutions at departmental level and represents the function in a core team or research team.
• Submits invention disclosures or innovative ideas for technology, processes and products.
• Mentors peers and supporting scientists, engineers on technical skills in one's area of expertise.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

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.## **Position Responsibilities:*** Leads and executes large-scale research, technical development, or product development projects or a subfunction of a project, creates requirements, plan activities and owns deliverables* Leads minor core teams, contributes to technical road mapping, identifies/initiates/owns creative solutions at departmental level and represents the function in a core team or research team* Submits invention disclosures or innovative ideas for technology, processes and products* Mentors peers and supporting scientists, engineers on technical skills in one's area of expertiseListed 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:*** Expert within own discipline with deep experience from multiple product cycles; advanced mastery of relevant areas* Significant expertise in their field and a breadth of knowledge across several areas outside their technical field and throughout the Biotech industry* Strong project prioritization and leadership abilities to plan, organize and delegate tasks effectively* Ability to influence decisions that impact technology, processes and products* Productive and effective written and verbal communication of observations and technical findings and progress required; ability to communicate risk and recommendations to multi-disciplinary team; ability to manage technical confrontation is requiredAll 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 minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent experience.### The estimated base salary range for the Staff Scientist - Electrochemist role based in the United States of America is: $118,200 - $177,200. 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.