animal geneticist

Government of Canada; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a qualified candidate with a doctorate for an analytical role requiring over 5 years of experience. The position involves advising senior management, conducting biostatistical data analysis, producing research reports, and delivering presentations at symposiums. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in SAS, Linux, and R, alongside a background in agriculture and animal breeding. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of relevant experience required.
• Experience in agriculture, statistical analysis, and animal breeding is vital.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to senior managers and officials.
• Conduct biostatistical data analysis using computer modelling techniques.
• Produce reports and research papers.
• Deliver presentations at conferences and workshops.

Skills

SAS

Linux

Fortran

Computer programming

C

R

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Earned doctorate degree
• Agricultural animal breeding

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work site environment

• Air conditioned

Work setting

• General office

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to senior managers and officials
• Conduct biostatistical data analysis using computer modelling techniques
• Produce reports
• Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles
• Conduct literature reviews
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Monitor and compile research results

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• SAS
• Linux
• Fortran
• Computer programming
• C
• R

Area of work experience

• Agriculture
• Statistical analysis
• Animal breeding

Area of specialization

• Dairy cattle
• Cattle genomics

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Time management

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance