Illumina

Illumina

Senior Scientist – Biophysics

US - California - San Diego, USA · Senior

H1B sponsorship available$98k-$148kDetected 129 days ago
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55Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role82
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 40 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card follow-through: 100%

Of 18 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 0 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 487 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

7 transfer filings in the last year, covering 7 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 276 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know?
  • 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.
  • Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will design, execute and interpret single molecule experiments, utilizing an understanding of DNA, biochemistry and biophysics.
  • You are excited to develop novel approaches to sequencing DNA.
  • We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility.

Requirements

  • 0-5 years of post-PhD hands-on experience with DNA-related biophysics experiments, DNA processing enzymes, or method development for DNA sequencing.
  • interdisciplinary experience combining biochemistry and biophysics to engineer biophysical systems and/or discern biophysical mechanisms.
  • Familiarity and comfort working with data collection systems, interpreting data sets, and troubleshooting experiments.
  • Exceptional data interpretation skills and ability to study data to propose next steps.

Nice to have

  • Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • The range reflects long‑term growth in the role.
  • Most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range.

Skills

  • Ability to write scripts to process proprietary data.
  • Experience working with international cross site teams.

Compensation

  • The estimated base salary range for the Senior Scientist – Biophysics role based in the United States of America is: $98,400 - $147,600.

Benefits

  • At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world.
  • 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.
  • Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

Company info

  • Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself.
  • We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.
  • Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference.
  • We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.

Equal opportunity

  • If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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