Research Scientist

University of New England (AU); Armidale; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

On-campus parking

Salary packaging options

Generous leave entitlements + 4 weeks

Sponsorship for this position

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The University of New England invites applications for a Research Scientist in the Animal Genetics & Breeding Unit in Armidale. The role focuses on advanced genetic research in beef cattle, data analysis, and software development for industry delivery.

You will work with a collaborative team to develop genetic improvement solutions and contribute to BREEDPLAN within national evaluation systems. A PhD in a relevant field and strong programming skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline with strong genetics background.
• Expertise in quantitative genetics and genomic evaluation methods.
• Strong programming skills and experience with complex data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced genetic research on beef cattle populations.
• Develop and implement genetic improvement solutions for industry.
• Deliver R&D outputs for industry stakeholders and BREEDPLAN.

Skills

Quantitative genetics

Genomic evaluation

Data analysis

Programming

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Tools

BREEDPLAN

Job description

Research Scientist

Animal Genetics & Breeding Unit

• Fixed term to 30/01/30, full-time,
• $ 116,738 to $ $164,294 annum level (B/C) + 17% super
• Salary packaging options available
• Generous leave entitlements including Christmas shutdown, parental, cultural, gender affirmation & domestic violence
• 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading (pro rata). Christmas shutdown, Special Studies Leave
• Armidale based role.
• Relocation assistance available
• Free on campus parking
• On campus state of the art sporting and athletic facilities (Sport UNE)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Diverse and supportive workplace with UNE Ally Network, Equity Committee, Queer Space
• UNE will provide sponsorship for this position

About the role

As a Research Scientist, you will conduct advanced genetic research on beef cattle populations, with a focus on complex data analysis, genetic evaluation software development, and delivery of research and development outputs for industry stakeholders. You will work collaboratively within a research team to develop and implement genetic improvement solutions for the Australian beef cattle industry, contributing to world-leading national genetic evaluation systems including BREEDPLAN.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have a solid understanding of quantitative genetics and genomic evaluation, grounded in a PhD in a relevant discipline. You are someone who enjoys working at the intersection of research and real-world application - equally comfortable developing novel statistical methods as you are ensuring those methods are implemented and communicated to industry. You are technically capable and curious, with strong programming skills and confidence navigating complex datasets. You bring rigour and attention to detail to everything you do, and you take pride in producing work that is reproducible, well-documented, and fit for purpose. You communicate clearly and adapt your message to your audience. You build productive working relationships and engage constructively with colleagues, collaborators and industry stakeholders.

About the Department

The Animal Genetics & Breeding Unit carries out research in genetic improvement for the livestock industries and develops the key software underpinning genetic evaluation services for the nation. Further information on AGBU can be found: https://agbu.une.edu.au/

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Dr Kirsty Moore, Senior Research Scientist - Beef Genetics, phone: [phone], email: [e-mail]

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About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquility of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafes, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience.

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