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.Internship Program:Make a difference and be part of something bigger. Experience the breathtaking pace of genomic innovation through Illumina internship opportunities. During our program, you\xe2\x80\x99ll learn, grow, and become a fully integrated member of the Illumina team.Research Assistant Intern (20 weeks):The Research Assistant Intern will be required to complete a 20 weeks program from 9 Sep 2024 to 26 Jan 2025. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview with Illumina\xe2\x80\x99s Research & Development Team.Project Description:As an intern within Illumina\xe2\x80\x99s Research and Development team, you will work as part of a global multi-disciplinary research team to help create new sequencing methods. You will report directly to the Lab Supervisor and provide support to laboratory activities.Roles and Responsibilities:Prepare, set-up, conduct and record the outcome of experiments and field workAnalyze data by utilizing basic statisticsProvide recommendations and solutions to routine problems in relation to the research project i.e methodological/technical problemsAssist in laboratory maintenanceUpkeep of lab equipment, maintain laboratory supplies and good housekeepingLearn and have fun!Qualifications and Requirements:Open to current Diploma students in scientific disciplines such as Pharmaceutical Sciences and BiotechnologyOrganized, excellent laboratory skillsMeticulous, attentive to detailsAble to communicate effectively with excellent verbal/written communication skillsAnalytical, efficient, problem solver, easily-adaptable, independent but also works well in a teamTakes initiative, a self-starter, positive, and driven with a \xe2\x80\x9ccan do\xe2\x80\x9d attitude.Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and 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.

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