We're looking to expand our Aquaculture Breeding Services; as a result, we are seeking applications from experienced applied geneticists to grow our capability and build our client base. The geneticist will work with commercial clients to help design, implement and manage their breeding programmes. This includes breeding programme design, genetic evaluation, selection index development, genetic gain estimation & cost-benefit analysis. The geneticist will also provide quantitative genetics and genomics support to the wider Aquaculture Group. RequirementsSuitable candidates will have a PhD or equivalent in quantitative genetics as well as experience in the application of genomics/bioinformatics tools. You will have prior experience with breeding programmes in a commercial setting. Experience in aquaculture is an advantage but not essential. Job DetailsWe're looking to expand our Aquaculture Breeding Services; as a result, we are seeking applications from experienced applied geneticists to grow our capability and build our client base. The geneticist will work with commercial clients to help design, implement and manage their breeding programmes. This includes breeding programme design, genetic evaluation, selection index development, genetic gain estimation & cost-benefit analysis. The geneticist will also provide quantitative genetics and genomics support to the wider Aquaculture Group. RequirementsSuitable candidates will have a PhD or equivalent in quantitative genetics as well as experience in the application of genomics/bioinformatics tools. You will have prior experience with breeding programmes in a commercial setting. Experience in aquaculture is an advantage but not essential.Contact InformationCawthron Institute Application process If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via our careers page by 17 March 2024 with your CV and a Cover letter. A full role description can be accessed here: Applied Geneticist RD (Accessible via our careers page) For more information about working at Cawthron please go to: Enquires can be directed to ****** Post Date: 2/14/2024 12:37:22 PM Closing Date: 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM Share this jobAbout this companyCawthron's aquaculture research is transforming the way New Zealand farms seafood. We work closely with the aquaculture industry, applying a practical multidisciplinary approach to solve their problems and improve stock performance. About us Cawthron Institute is New Zealand's largest independent science organisation. Established over 100 years ago, our world-class science supports the growth of primary industries and the protection of marine and freshwater environments. The Cawthron Aquaculture Park is a purpose-built facility in Glenduan, Nelson where multiple research, education, and commercial entities work together on a variety of aquaculture species. We lead research in a range of areas including selective breeding of multiple species, shellfish hatchery production, shellfish and finfish physiology, algae production, aquatic health and new species development. #J-18808-Ljbffr
