Advanced Animal Genetics Researcher
3 days ago
About the Role
AgResearch Limited is seeking a highly skilled PhD student to join their Animal Genomics Team based at Invermay campus in Dunedin. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the New Zealand Sheep of the Future Programme, a seven-year funded initiative aimed at redefining the country's sheep sector.
The PhD programme will focus on advancing the aims of the SoF programme through genetic and genomic analysis of novel traits and their correlations with production traits. The successful candidate will work closely with industry partners, including Focus Genetics and Pamu, to deliver high-quality science outcomes relevant to the industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement a complete plan for genetic and genomic analysis of novel traits
- Analyse and interpret large amounts of traditional and novel phenotypic data
- Develop breeding scheme design and integrate non-economic traits into selection indexes
- Contribute to the development of projects focusing on genetic and genomic analysis of novel traits and their correlations with production traits
Requirements
- Appropriate undergraduate/Postgraduate qualification in Genetics/Genomics, Biology, Statistics, or similar related field
- Demonstrated interest in the application of research to drive change within farming systems
- Knowledge of farming systems and the ability to work with industry partners
About AgResearch Limited
AgResearch Limited is a leading organisation in the fields of animal breeding and genetics. Our mission is to use science to enhance the value, productivity, and profitability of Aotearoa New Zealand's pastoral, agri-food, and Agri-Technology sector value chains.
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