IRC331587 - Quantitative Geneticist - Senior Scientific Officer

Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI); Loughgall; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI) invites applications for a Quantitative Geneticist - Senior Scientific Officer based at AFBI Loughgall, Co. Armagh.

The role involves leading genetic analysis projects, designing experiments, and contributing to strategic research in livestock and breeding programs. The successful candidate will work with interdisciplinary teams across AFBI sites, employing advanced quantitative genetics methods, statistical modeling, and data

Job description

Quantitative Geneticist - Senior Scientific Officer

DEPARTMENT: Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI)

LOCATION: AFBI Loughgall, Co. Armagh, however, they may, on occasion, also be expected to work at other AFBI sites in Northern Ireland as required.

Further permanent and fixed term appointments may be made from this competition should AFBI positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities.

Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 13th November 2026.

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