Quantitative Geneticist- Livestock
Andersen CorporationFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess strong genomics and Informatics technical knowledge and expertise, with a primary focus on Illumina’s enterprise products. They should be adept at engaging with C-level executives, business development executives, IT leaders, architects, developers, and bioinformaticians. Expertise is required in NGS research data analysis, management, sharing, and storage, as well as analysis, annotation, interpretation, and reporting from NGS testing in a clinical environment. Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), cloud-based workflows and pipelines, genomics applications and methods, data science including AI and Machine Learning, and laboratory notebooks is essential. The role also requires the ability to consult with customers on informatics requirements and provide proof-of-concept analysis.
The Senior Informatics Sales Specialist will drive customer adoption and sales growth of Informatics products by providing technical guidance and subject matter expertise during the sales cycle. Responsibilities include consulting with customers on informatics requirements, providing proof-of-concept analysis, partnering with third-party providers for end-to-end solutions, and collaborating with sales team members. The specialist will develop and conduct informatics presentations and seminars, involve technical support roles for customer assessments, maintain positive customer relationships, provide Voice of Customer input to development and marketing teams, and train the broader sales organization on informatics. Additionally, they will assist customers in removing informatics barriers to unlock sample volume and drive consumable uptake, and play a significant role in ensuring customer license renewals.
Supports genomics startups through funding and resources
Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.