Industry PhD Student – Illumina Artificial Intelligence Lab – joint with NUS / NTU – Woodlands, Singapore
IlluminaSingapore, Singapore
Posted June 24, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
At Illumina, our goal is to apply innovative technologies and revolutionary assays to the analysis of genetic variation and function, making studies possible that were not even imaginable just a few years ago. These studies will help make the realization of personalized medicine possible. With such rapid advances in technology taking place, it is mission critical to have solutions that are not only innovative, but flexible, scalable, and complete with industry-leading support and service. As a global company that places high value on collaborative interactions, rapid delivery of solutions, and prioritizing the needs of its customers, we strive to meet this challenge. Illumina’s innovative, array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis serve as tools for disease research, drug development, and the development of molecular tests in the clinic.
Job Description
Illumina is recruiting for a unique industry PhD position sponsored jointly with National University of Singapore or Nanyang Technical University to work on the development of novel deep learning and computational biology algorithms for interpreting the human genome.
Requirements
- Expert in machine learning, statistics, and genomics
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific ideas to clinical, scientific, and industry audiences
- Willing to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment, and hold a strong record of successful delivery of complex scientific projects and publications under tight timelines
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Market-leading benefits package