Dairy AI Scientist: ML & Genomics for Herd Impact

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC); Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) in Hamilton, NZ is seeking a Scientist in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. You will lead applied ML/AI projects to turn genomic, farm and animal data into practical insights for breeders and farmers.

You will collaborate with genetics, bioinformatics, statistics, software engineering and external partners to deliver measurable value in New Zealand dairy farming.

Qualifications

• PhD or Masters in ML, CS, Stats or equivalent.
• Experience applying ML/AI to biological or agricultural data.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and run research projects.
• Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience with large-scale data processing in cloud/HPC.
• Familiarity with NZ dairy industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply ML/AI approaches to biological and agricultural challenges.
• Identify opportunities to create new insights, phenotypes, products and services.
• Transform large genomic, animal and farm data into actionable outcomes for LIC.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging AI/ML technologies for dairy farming and herd improvement.

Skills

ML/AI

Data analysis

Genomics

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in ML/CS/Stats

MSc in a relevant field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

AWS

Job description

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) in Hamilton, NZ is seeking a Scientist in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. You will lead applied ML/AI projects to turn genomic, farm and animal data into practical insights for breeders and farmers.

You will collaborate with genetics, bioinformatics, statistics, software engineering and external partners to deliver measurable value in New Zealand dairy farming.