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From: Caitlyn Bruns <cbrunsdnaswinegenetics.com>
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Subject: Open Position - Geneticist
Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:37:01 -0600
Company: DNA Genetics
Job Title: Geneticist
Location: Columbus, NE
Summary/Description:
DNA Genetics is a producer-owned swine genetics company that truly
understands pork production. Our team members are relentlessly
committed to the continuous improvement of our genetic lines through
individual performance and genomic testing. All of this means a
faster rate of genetic progress in both our maternal and terminal
lines. DNA Genetics' mission is to provide superior value to our
customers through high-quality and low-cost genetics designed to meet
customers' needs better than all alternatives. This position is part
of a team focused on the development and implementation of existing
and novel genetic technologies within a swine nucleus breeding
program designed to improve the performance of company lines at the
commercial level. An ideal candidate will appreciate the opportunity
to work on a wide array of projects, interpret the results, and
communicate implications. We are seeking a candidate who is
passionate about analyzing data and researching new methods. This
candidate will also be able to interpret results and explain their
business impact.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Completing the trait development process from start to finish
including trait definition, model evaluation, variance component
estimation, economic value determination, and implementation in
selection program
* Statistical analyses including linear and nonlinear mixed
model, Bayesian, and multivariate analyses utilizing phenotypic and
genomic data
* Combining information from multiple data sources (nucleus,
multiplier, and commercial)
* Be engaged in experimental design and implementation to ensure
valuable outcomes from trials
* Effectively summarize project findings to communicate value to
key stakeholders
* Work effectively as part of a team to continuously improve
genetic program
* Automate routine tasks to improve efficiency
* Remain up to date on newly developed technologies that could
enhance the company's ability to drive genetic progress
Qualifications/Requirements:
* PhD in animal breeding and genetics, statistics, or related
analytical field
* 3+ years of experience, preferred
* Demonstrated ability in statistical analyses
* Extensive knowledge of experimental design
* Experience organizing and analyzing large volumes of data in a
Linux environment
* Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g. R) and
variance component estimation software (e.g. ASReml and BLUPF90)
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Experience with SQL database and/or other programming language
preferred
* Experience analyzing genomic data preferred
* Working knowledge of the biological and economic aspects of
commercial pork production systems preferred
Interested applicants can apply online through the Careers page at
dnaswinegenetics.com. Please contact Caitlyn Bruns at
cbrunsdnaswinegenetics.com with any inquiries.
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