Research Geneticist
About The Position
Aviagen seeks a motivated, hard-working Research Geneticist with skills in quantitative genetics and animal breeding. The position is based at Aviagen’s North American trials facility in Albertville, Alabama. The successful candidate will oversee the collection and analysis of commercial sibling testing data, commercial Feed Conversion Rate (FCR), and pedigree yield evaluation. The role supports and monitors R&D activities at the Aviagen Product Development Centre in Albertville to maximize the efficiency of data collection and help the facility achieve its established objectives. The work involves both farm and office environments, including hands-on work with birds, and collaboration with a diverse global R&D team. A competitive remuneration package will be offered depending on experience and skills. Aviagen is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- PhD or postgraduate (Master’s) qualification in Animal or Poultry Science, specializing in Genetics or another applicable genetics specialty.
- Ability to work in large team settings.
- Ability to manage and coordinate research projects.
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and implement novel selection traits.
- Familiarity with methods of variance components and breeding value estimation.
- High-level competence in using spreadsheets and/or databases.
- Good organizational skills.
- Strong interest in hands-on work with birds and willingness to work in both farm and office environments.
- Can-do attitude, ability to work as part of a team, and willingness to learn.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to integrate into a diverse global R&D team.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the collection and analysis of commercial sibling testing data.
- Oversee commercial Feed Conversion Rate (FCR) and pedigree yield evaluation.
- Support and monitor R&D activities at the Product Development Centre in Albertville.
- Help maximize the efficiency of data collection and ensure the R&D facility achieves its established objectives.
- Manage and coordinate research projects.
- Identify, evaluate, and implement novel selection traits.
Benefits
- Competitive remuneration package depending on experience and skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
