What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanity
At Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.
Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Informatics Sales Specialist Field-based role Travel up to 60% across GCC Africa and Turkey
Location: Dubai UAE or Riyadh Saudi Arabia
As an Informatics Sales Specialist at Illumina in the Middle East and Emerging Markets region you will be part of a dynamic commercial team driving the adoption of our cuttingedge informatics solutions across a multicountry territory. This fieldbased role combines scientific expertise with strategic customer engagement supporting customers across Research Clinical Genomics Healthcare Pharma and Population Genomics in optimizing their NGS and array data analysis workflows. You will collaborate closely with account managers and the broader sales and support organization as well as product management and marketing teams to deliver impactful solutions that accelerate discovery and improve outcomes.
Why This Role Matters
In this highly influential role you will engage with Csuite leaders IT architects developers and bioinformaticians to drive adoption of Illuminas informatics portfolio. Your work will empower organisations to deliver cutting edge genomics programs and advance precision medicine across some of the worlds most dynamic markets.
What Youll Do
Commercial Impact
- Drive regional sales growth across Illuminas informatics portfolio from lead generation to closing.
- Represent Illumina at conferences roadshows trade events and customer seminars.
- Coach customers on optimal use of Illuminas informatics solutionsenabling rapid adoption and long-term value.
Strategic Collaboration
- Partner closely with account managers sales specialists and channel partners to deliver customer success.
- Deliver technical and commercial presentations workshops and training.
- Build strong relationships across technical and business stakeholders.
- Provide Voice-of-Customer insights to global product development and marketing teams.
- Support internal and external enablement as the regional subject matter expert.
- Own sales reporting metrics and performance analyses.
- Contribute to account planning and regional market development strategies.
What You Bring
- Extensive experience in B2B life sciences sales within the GCC
- Strong expertise in genomic applications and computational methods
- Deep understanding of clinical sequencing workflows
- Good understanding of local data security and privacy requirements
- Hands-on experience with:
- NGS data analysis (variant calling filtering annotation interpretation reporting)
- Multi-omic data formats and applications
- Enterprise informatics platforms and pipelines
- Cloud technologies and pricing models
- Proof-of-concept design and technical demonstrations
- Additional experience with LIMS and laboratory informatics will be a strong advantage
- Exceptional English communication and training skills
- Arabic fluency highly desirable; French a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously
- Proven success in customer facing roles delivering exceptional service
- Willingness to travel 60% across GCC Africa and Turkey
- MSc or PhD degree in Bioinformatics Computational Biology Genomics Molecular Biology Genetics Biochemistry or a related field
What Can You Expect
Our team members are bright energetic and dedicated they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people the opportunities are endless.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills Data Entry,Customer Service,Account Executives,Email,Product Knowledge,Account Management,Communication,CRM,Salesforce,Phone Calls,RFP,Sales Goals,Powerpoint,Technical Support,Sales Support
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1