Tharuka De Silva

Scientist at Illumina

United Kingdom

About

Professional with 8 years of experience across assay and product development within both regulated and research driven environments. Background includes supporting projects from early feasibility through later development stages, contributing to method optimization, analytical studies, and technical documentation. Skilled in working within ISO‑accredited environments, applying molecular biology techniques, and supporting workflows aligned with IVDR and RUO requirements. Experienced in cross‑functional collaboration, troubleshooting, and helping drive projects forward through data‑driven experimentation. Focused on delivering high‑quality scientific work, maintaining strong documentation practices, and contributing effectively to multidisciplinary teams throughout the product and assay development lifecycle.

Experience

  • Illumina (8 yrs 3 mos)
    • Scientist
      Oct 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

      Clinical IVD Assay Development (CG Product Development )

    • Research Associate 2
      Dec 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

      Clinical IVD Assay Development (CG Product Development )

    • Clinical Laboratory Technologist
      Apr 2018 - Nov 2021 · 3 yrs 8 mos

      - Illumina Laboratory Services accredited to ISO 15189:2012 for Human Genomic DNA sequencing - Involved in the completion of the 100,000 Genomes Project with Genomics England/NHS