Geneticist

The Equinest; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equinest is seeking an Equine Geneticist who combines rigorous scientific methods with a love of horses. The role emphasizes research and teaching, with a focus on genetics, heredity, and disease prevention in equine populations.

Candidates should have strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. A science degree path toward advanced genetics is required, with opportunities to contribute to peer‑reviewed publications.

Qualifications

• Requires strong critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.
• Understanding of the scientific method and independent work is important.
• Affinity for problem solving and self-direction is valued.

Responsibilities

• Prepare & conduct laboratory studies.
• Prepare reports on research findings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Scientific method

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in chemistry/physics/mathematics

Master's or PhD in genetics

Job description

Equine Geneticist is a job working with horses that doesn’t offer as much handling of the animal as it does science and research.

What You Need

This is a position which benefits from the critical thinking, strict attention to detail and a deep understanding of the scientific method. Although the job doesn’t offer a great deal of hands on with horses, it is still one that is best suited to a horse lover.

An affinity for problem solving and the ability to think and work independently are important elements of a successful horse geneticist.

Job Description

Essentially geneticists study genetic heredity in horses and the transmission of individual characteristics. This could be for anything from prevention of disease to the genetics of equine color. Those in the field generally work in one of two areas, research or teaching.

Research

Research geneticists are often employed by a university, medical school or pharmaceutical company. Their research can focus on variations of existing breeds, transmission of inherited disease, color genetics or genetic segregation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare & conduct laboratory studies
• Prepare reports on their research

Teaching

Teaching genetics requires a great deal more contact with people and the ability to teach and convey a difficult subject.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans
• Conduct classes & give lectures
• Supervise students in laboratory work
• Serve on Professional committees
• Write articles & prepare papers

Requirements

This is one of the horse jobs that requires a great deal of education and qualifications. A bachelor of science degree in chemistry, physics or mathematics leading up to a master’s or doctorate in genetics.

Resources

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