Quantitative Geneticist - Aquaculture Breeding (Hybrid)

Genus PLC; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

25 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Health Cash back scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Employee share plan

Hybrid working

Enhanced maternity leave

Comprehensive L&D program

Job summary

Genus PLC in St Andrews is seeking a Quantitative Geneticist to join their genetic services team. In this critical role, you will design and implement cutting-edge genetic services, collaborating closely with aquaculture specialists. The position reports to the Head of Genetics and requires strong programming skills in R.

As part of your responsibilities, you will manage breeding programmes and deliver high-quality genetic analyses. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, 25 days holiday, and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• MSc / PhD in relevant field.
• Strong programming skills in R.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver customised breeding programmes.
• Manage day-to-day running of breeding programmes.
• Deliver high-quality genetic analyses.

Skills

Strong programming skills in R

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

MSc / PhD in aquaculture, animal breeding, quantitative genetics, or related field

Job description

Genus PLC in St Andrews is seeking a Quantitative Geneticist to join their genetic services team. In this critical role, you will design and implement cutting-edge genetic services, collaborating closely with aquaculture specialists. The position reports to the Head of Genetics and requires strong programming skills in R.

As part of your responsibilities, you will manage breeding programmes and deliver high-quality genetic analyses. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, 25 days holiday, and a hybrid working model.