Senior Field Bioinformatician & Applications Scientist job opportunity at Illumina.



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Illumina Senior Field Bioinformatician & Applications Scientist
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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. Bioinformatics Field Applications Specialist – Berlin, Germany   Closing date: 13th March   As a Bioinformatics Field Applications Specialist here at Illumina in   Berlin   you will play a pivotal role in empowering customers across Germany to succeed with our next‑generation sequencing (NGS) and informatics solutions. In this highly visible, customer‑facing role, you will combine deep bioinformatics   expertise   with hands‑on field support, guiding researchers and clinicians through the full lifecycle of NGS workflows — from experimental design and data analysis to workflow optimization and cloud‑based tertiary analytics.   Working as part of our high-performing Customer Support organization, you will act as a trusted scientific advisor,   providing   advanced technical guidance, training, and troubleshooting. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Service, Marketing, Product Management, and R&D to accelerate adoption, shape product improvements, and ensure an exceptional customer experience at every stage.     Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include flexible time off, private medical insurance,   compassion   and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!     Why You   You bring strong   expertise   in bioinformatics, genomics, or NGS data analysis, paired with solid grounding in molecular biology or computational biology. You thrive at the intersection of science, technology, and customer engagement, and   you’re   able to communicate complex concepts clearly to a range of technical and non‑technical audiences.   You are comfortable in Linux environments, familiar with scripting languages, and ideally experienced with cloud computing platforms and high‑performance computing pipelines. You are motivated by problem‑solving and remain composed when tackling complex workflow challenges. Experience in regulated or clinical environments and knowledge of variant interpretation standards are valuable assets.   Y ou enjoy working   independently, yet   excel when collaborating across functions. Flexibility to travel throughout the region (up to ~80%) enables you to build strong, trusted partnerships with customers across Germany.     Key Responsibilities Include   Customer Training & Enablement   Deliver high-quality on-site and remote training on NGS data analysis, bioinformatics tools, and workflow best practices.   Support customer onboarding and configuration of cloud-based tertiary analysis platforms and high‑performance secondary analysis tools.   Guide   researchers and clinicians through experimental design, data analysis strategies, workflow optimization, and data storage considerations.   Technical Support & Troubleshooting   Provide advanced second-level support and escalation handling for complex bioinformatics issues.   Independently troubleshoot customer challenges related to variant calling accuracy, workflow discrepancies, data interpretation, and cross‑platform comparisons.   Manage high‑severity cases with professionalism, clarity, and calm communication.   Consulting & Professional Services   Develop tailored analysis solutions addressing customer‑specific needs and research goals.   Advise on   workflow architecture, data flow optimization, informatics integration, and best‑practice implementation.   Act as a subject matter expert for bioinformatics software, analysis methodologies, and NGS data interpretation.   Pre‑Sales & Commercial Partnership   Collaborate with Sales and Specialist teams to support evaluations, workflow discussions, and proof‑of‑concept projects.   Contribute to strategic account planning, technical presentations, workshops, and customer growth initiatives.   Provide insight into customer requirements to inform product development and continuous improvement across Illumina’s informatics portfolio.   #LI-REMOTE INDEUR   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.

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