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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.

We are looking for a driven and talented QC Engineer to join our QC Technical Operations (QCTO) group supporting Reagent Quality Control. This team provides technical expertise to the Reagent QC manufacturing team in the areas of assay transfer, implementation, and troubleshooting, technical product performance investigations, process improvement, and collaboration with the manufacturing team to implement strategic initiatives.

The scientific candidate must be able to deliver multiple programs in parallel and under aggressive timelines. This position will be a key business partner in managing the quality and manufacturing relationship, which includes auditing, guidance on gap/risk closure, and meeting business and regulatory obligations with a high degree of integrity.  The ideal candidate will have experience with and knowledge of Illumina Assays and sequencing technology, or a strong understanding of genomics.

Responsibilities:

• Learn and understand the applicable technology and engage in technical discussions as subject matter expert.

• Perform and/or support investigation of out of specification results or nonconforming material, including sample preparation and testing.

• Initiate, design, plan and execute scientific studies to optimize production processes or troubleshoot chemistry production issues, with oversight.

• Must be able to recognize potential problems, understand and troubleshoot issues.

• Work with broader team to define specifications, critical parameters, test plans, etc.

• Develop test plans/protocols and draft reports to document scientific studies.

• Independently plan, manage, and prioritize tasks/projects, track progress toward project goals, and provides periodic updates to core team.

• Analyze test results, draft engineering reports, and make technical recommendations.

• Implement changes on existing products based on studies.

• Analysis of complex/large data sets.

• Present and communicate results to colleagues

• Be both a strong individual contributor as well as a collaborative team member.

• Work and communicate effectively within a cross-functional project team.

• An ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Representing the function on project team for new products and processes

 

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

 

Requirements:

• Demonstrated investigative and troubleshooting skills

• Utilizes process driven approach to experimental design and troubleshooting, including understanding of DOE and statistical analysis.

• Advanced data collection (R, Python, shell/batch) and ability to summarize results.

• Proficient at JMP, Tableau, or other data analysis tool

• Good verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.

• HPLC analytical chemistry experience considered a plus

• Detail oriented with excellent laboratory, experimental, computational skills

• Technically sound; show potential for technical proficiency and scientific creativity

• Good scientific writing skills required

• Experienced in working in a collaborative and fast-paced research laboratory environment is highly desired

• Understanding of pFMEA considered a plus

• Lean six sigma certification considered a plus

 

Education:

• B.S./M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline and 0-3 years of relevant experience.

The estimated base salary range for the QC Engineer I role based in the United States of America is: $60,500 - $90,700. Should the level or location of the role change during t