Innovative Genomics Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

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.
The Clinical Lab Technician 1 will be in a regulated Clinical
Laboratory receiving, processing, and performing high throughput testing of samples using standard laboratory equipment and robotic liquid
handling systems.
Responsibilities:

• Perform accessioning of samples including receipt, storage, aliquoting, and disposition
• Perform the SomaScan assay using robotic liquid handling systems and other laboratory
• equipment
• Perform tasks per established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work
• Instructions (WI)
• Ensure accurate and timely results
• Maintain sample integrity and traceability throughout sample processing
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Comply with laboratory safety policies and procedures
• Comply with Quality Assurance and Regulatory requirements
• Participate in the continuous improvement process such as providing feedback
• Participate in internal meetings, seminars, and trainings
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Operate and perform quality control checks on general laboratory equipment
• Maintain stocks of general laboratory supplies

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:

• Typically requires less than 1 year of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in life science, chemical, physical, biological science, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution is required.
• Good attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and time management
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, independently and as part of a team
• Experience using microliter single-channel and multi-channel pipettes
• Experience performing data entry
• Experience using laboratory equipment
• Work is in a typical laboratory environment with Personal Protective Equipment
• The work environment may include, but is not limited to, the following hazards: chemical, electronic, mechanical, biohazard waste, and infectious material.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and must be able to kneel, squat, and sit.
• Performs hazardous waste duties in accordance with internal controlled documents, local, State and Federal regulations.

The estimated base hourly range for the Clinical Lab Technician 1 role based in the United States of America is: $21.20 - $31.77. 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 accommodations@illumina.com. 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.