Optical Systems Associate (Undergraduate / Placement) – 12 Weeks

An Optical Systems Associate (Undergraduate Placement) at Illumina is a 12-week, on-site R&D placement in Cambridge contributing to the development of optical technologies that power DNA sequencing platforms. The role provides hands-on exposure to interdisciplinary research at the interface of physics, biology, and engineering and involves collaboration with scientists and engineers. Candidates must be current UK-based undergraduates studying a physical science.