Sr Staff Bioinformatics Scientist - Cancer/Oncology Genomics
IlluminaCambridge, England, United Kingdom
Posted March 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Illumina is a company that believes innovation happens when diverse perspectives come together, when curiosity is encouraged, and when people feel empowered to do their best work.
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Staff Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Clinical Translational Research team to help turn cancer genomes into clinical answers. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of whole genome sequencing in oncology, helping to translate complex cancer genomes into actionable insights for clinical practice.
Requirements
- Lead and deliver expert bioinformatics analysis of tumour whole genome sequencing data
- Collaborate with customers, academic partners, and key opinion leaders to analyse cancer genomics data and accelerate adoption of emerging Illumina technologies
- Provide subject-matter expertise to inform and improve Illuminaâs bioinformatics pipelines, interpretation software, and end-to-end oncology workflows
- Evaluate and integrate novel tools and algorithms, translating scientific innovation into software prototypes with real clinical value
- Contribute to scientific collaborations, publications, and thought leadership in cancer genomics
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance