Genetic Data Analyst at the Interbull Centre
Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet / Kemiingenjörsjobb / Uppsala
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The department is part of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and is responsible for education and research in several basic and applied areas. These areas include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, genetics, breeding, immunology, bacteriology, virology, parasitology, epizootology, comparative medicine, food safety, bioinformatics and One Health.
Our research covers everything from production animals to sports and pet animals, laboratory animals and wild animals. The department's researchers work on the entire scale from molecular mechanisms and microbiology to the structure, function and behaviour of animals, and how these are affected by breeding, physical activity, care, production, stress, environmental factors and diseases.
A quantitative geneticist in an international network
Since its establishment in 1995, the Interbull Centre has held a unique position in the international dairy industry. Through a truly international collaboration, the Interbull Centre provides international genetic and genomic services for the improvement of cattle to a worldwide network, involving organisations and data from 37 countries on five continents.
Genetic Data Analysts at the Interbull Centre work with some of the world's most renowned animal geneticists represented in Interbull and ICAR Committees and Working Groups for the improvement and expansion of its services.
The Interbull Centre is now seeking a quantitative geneticist to strengthen the delivery and development of genetic and genomic evaluations in beef and dairy.
The right candidate will join a small, enthusiastic group of people with backgrounds in genetics and information technology. You will report to the Interbull Centre Director, work in line with the Interbull Centre quality management system, and have the opportunity to attend international conferences and technical meetings.
Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at
https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/ About the position
As a geneticist at the Interbull Centre, you will be part of the team that carries out international genetic and genomic evaluations of bovine populations. The focus is on performing and developing data analysis for service provision, interacting directly with our customers across the globe.
Your responsibilities include:
• Service Delivery: Computation of genetic evaluations - including data management, estimation of genetic parameters.
• Implementation of New Services: Contributing to applied research in conjunction with Interbull and ICAR committees and working groups, service documentation, and support for internal and external users.
Your profile
• PhD in animal breeding and genetics.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills and a minimum of four years' experience with quantitative genetic analyses, preferably within genetic/genomic evaluation of cattle
• Experience in international genetic/genomic evaluations of cattle
• Proficiency in the following skills: working in GNU/Linux, shell scripting, XML format and syntax, handling of large data sets (including meta-analysis studies), and programming skills (Python or Fortran)
• Good oral and written proficiency in English is required, as our working language is English
• You must be service-minded and able to handle workload peaks and to take fast and well-motivated decisions.
• Ability to work in an international environment and lead discussion in different international working groups
Merits
The following experiences and skills are merits:
• handling of SNP data
• project implementation
• communication and presentation.
Great importance will be attached to your personal qualities, such as curiosity, accuracy, initiative, and ability to work both independently and as a team player.
About Interbull Centre
The Interbull Centre is a section of the Department of Animal Biosciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, in Uppsala, Sweden
www.slu.se.It is contracted by the International Committee for Animal Recording
www.icar.org to be the operational unit for the Interbull subcommittee
www.interbull.org.The Interbull Centre is an EU Reference Centre, assisting the European Commission and EU Member States in issues related to breeding and performance recording of cattle.
International Bull evaluations at the Interbull Centre started in 1995 with "MACE" for dairy, and now also include genomic evaluations ("GMACE" and "InterGenomics") and evaluations for beef ("Interbeef").
Location:
Uppsala
Form of employment:
Indefinite-term employment. SLU may use probationary employment.
Scope:
100%
Start date:
As soon as possible (by agreement)
Application:
Please submit your application before the deadline 8 February 2024. You can submit your application by clicking the button below. Applicants shall submit a complete CV, names and contact information of personal references and a cover letter indicating why they are interested in the position, how they meet the qualification requirements, and why they will become an asset for the Interbull Centre
Union representatives:
https://internt.slu.se/en/my-employment/employee-associations/kontaktpersoner-vid-rekrytering/The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has a key role in the development for sustainable life, based on science and education. Through our focus on the interaction between humans, animals and ecosystems and the responsible use of natural resources, we contribute to sustainable societal development and good living conditions on our planet. Our main campuses are located in Alnarp, Umeå and Uppsala, however, the university also operates at research stations, experimental forests and teaching sites throughout Sweden.
SLU has around 3,000 employees, 5,000 students and doctoral students and a turnover of over SEK 3 billion. We are investing in attractive environments on all of our campuses. We strive to provide a work environment characterised by inclusivity and gender equality, where different experiences generate conversations between people and pave the way for science, creativity and development. Therefore, we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Ersättning According to agreement
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Arbetsgivare Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (org.nr 202100-2817),
http://www.slu.se Arbetsplats Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet
Kontakt Toine Roozen, Manager
firstname.surname@slu.se +4618672098 Jobbnummer 8419165
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