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At Illumina, we’re on a mission to improve human health around the world by unlocking the power of the genome.
Genomics will change everything—from how we diagnose and treat cancer to how we feed the world’s population—and we know igniting genomic curiosity in students is a critical first step to achieving our mission.
By sharing our passion for genomics with future scientists, pioneers, and trailblazers, we believe we can make a difference in their lives today, so they can make a difference in others’ lives tomorrow.
The resources on this website will help you bring genomics into your classroom in dynamic and exciting ways to inspire the next generation—whether you’re an educator or a learner.
Did you know that 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t even been invented yet?1
If you’re an educator looking to share more about career possibilities in genomics with your classroom, or a student wondering if a career in genomics is right for you, you’ve come to the right place.
With the help of our employees, we’ve created a series of career cards to highlight the diverse career opportunities in the field of genomics. These cards provide a snapshot of in-demand roles here at Illumina, including education requirements, average starting salary, and essential job skills.
We’ve also asked employees to give you the inside scoop on what their day-to-day looks like. Find out what they work on, who they work with, and just how varied the wide world of genomics really is.
Be sure to check back often. We’ll be adding more careers throughout the year.
Explore amazing genomic discoveries and meet the scientists behind the breakthroughs.
The Nature ENCODE Project created a DNA encyclopedia that shows how your genes make you unique.
A simple overview of genetics that explains what genes are and what they do.
A biologist explains the new gene editing technique at five different levels of difficulty.
Watch next-generation sequencing in action and learn how it works.
Discover what DNA is made of and how it replicates itself in the human body.
Introductions to important topics in biology, including cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and polymerase chain reaction.
Listen to interviews with leading scientists as they discuss how genomics is shaping the way we think about our world.
Find educational videos about how scientists are using our technology in new and creative ways.
Watch our employees share about genomics through our Genomics 101 program.
This self-guided course will help you learn the basics of genomics and how it relates to human health.
These free lesson plans are designed to help teachers cover the basics of genetics in high school biology classes.
The MIT Edgerton Center offers LEGO® models to help you teach students about DNA and RNA.
This free curriculum includes videos, activities, and discussion questions to help students explore genomics.
Interactive lessons for high school students to learn about cancer development, diagnosis, risk, and family history.
Incorporate a hands-on activity into your curriculum to teach students how to model DNA.
This free lesson plan is designed to teach students the basics of genetics.
Explore your favorite STEM fields, watch tours and interviews, and browse career profiles.
Scientists and engineers talk about their professional lives and personal hobbies in these short videos.
Explore this list of resources from GeneEd to discover how to use genomics in multiple career fields.
Find information about careers in cancer research and clinical trials, patient counseling, and medicine.
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