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Scientist 1 - Assay R&D

US - California - San Diego💼 Full-time💰 $62,900–$62,900🗓 2026-09-25 → 2026-09-27

Core

Design and execute lab-based experiments to create novel molecular biology assays for spatial transcriptomics, supporting Illumina's portfolio expansion.

Role type

Scientist 1, hands-on IC in assay R&D

Builds

Novel molecular biology assays for spatial transcriptomics

Domain

Genomics / Spatial Transcriptomics

Required skills

cell and molecular biology techniques, tissue culture, nucleic acid manipulation and analysis, experimental design, troubleshooting

Preferred skills

spatial assays experience

Technologies

NGS platforms, spatial transcriptomics tools

Responsibilities

Design and execute lab-based experiments, troubleshoot and optimize workflows, innovate new spatial transcriptomics methods, maintain detailed experimental records, communicate results to team members

Seniority

Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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