Research Geneticist

Job Description Summary:

Aviagen seeks a motivated, hard-working individual with skills in Quantitative Genetics and Animal Breeding. The position will be based at Aviagen's North American trials facility located in Albertville, AL.

The successful candidate will possess the following set of skills and attributes:

• PhD or post-graduate (Masters) qualification in Animal or Poultry Science, with specialization in Genetics or other applicable genetics specialty.
• Ability to work in large teams 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 the use of spreadsheets and/or databases

The candidate will be expected to oversee the collection and analysis of commercial sibling testing data, commercial Feed Conversion Rate (FCR) and pedigree yield evaluation. This position requires good organizational skills, a strong interest in hands-on work with birds and a willingness to operate in both a farm and office environment. The selected candidate will be expected to have a can-do attitude, ability to work as part of a team and the willingness to learn. Candidate must possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), good inter-personal skills and ability to integrate into a diverse Global R&D team.  Overarching goal is to support and monitor R&D activities at the Aviagen Product development Centre located in Albertville, AL to maximize the efficiency of data collection and ensuring the R&D facility achieves its established objectives.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered depending on experience and skills.

About Us

Aviagen is a global supplier of poultry genetics with a strong Research and Development view as a way of supporting current and future products worldwide. Aviagen is focused heavily on research designed to deliver balanced progress in both broiler and breeder traits. We have strong commitments to research, sustainability and the well-being of our animals. These commitments plus our continual investment in R&D ensures Aviagen continues to be a leading supplier of premier broiler breeding stock.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.