12:00pm, Tuesday, November 18, 2025
30-min Program Overview
What: 30-minute Live Webinar Program Overview
Why: To learn about the program’s curriculum and its value to biotech professionals
When: 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 18, 2025
How: RSVP to receive the link to attend!
RSVP to Attend the Live Webinar
Dr. Natalie Betz, Academic Director, will give a short presentation providing an overview of the M.S. in Biotechnology Program. Learn about the curriculum, the unique course schedule for full-time workers, the types of career outcomes to expect, and how to apply for Fall 2026. Meet program faculty, staff, and alumni with the opportunity to ask questions you may have.
Many Illumina employees have graduated from the M.S. in Biotechnology Program since 2002 and experienced significant career growth.
Illumina Employees and the MS in Biotechnology Program
Students and Alumni
Class of 2022
- James Farmer, MS, Manufacturing Operations Quality Engineer 2, Illumina
Class of 2018
- Katie Schmidt, MS, Research Scientist, Quality Control, Illumina
Class of 2015
- Lee Fong, MS, Manufacturing Operations Engineer, Illumina
- Adam Krahenbuhl, MS, Manager, Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, Illumina
Class of 2005
- Nicole Burns, MS, Senior Clinical Genomics Scientist, Illumina (2013 – 2023)
The Biotech Program's Commitment to Employers
Value To Employers
The M.S. in Biotechnology Program can be a powerful tool for employers to recruit, develop and retain their highest potential workers. Find out how supporting employees earning this degree benefits employers...