Animal Scientist jobs in Texas

Bovine Genomics Research Scientist

As a leader in applying cutting-edge technology to animal breeding, STgenetics (Sexing Technologies) is seeking a Genomics Research Scientist as part of a growing multi-disciplinary team working on Dairy and Beef. In this role, you design, manage, and analyze research projects oriented toward the application of genomics and bioinformatics tools to drive genetic improvement and value differentiation of ST genetics. This position is based at ST headquarters near College Station, TX.

Key responsibilities include:

• Improve methodology for genetic evaluation

• Lead innovative research projects in the area of animals breeding and genetics

• Incorporate genomics information to drive genetic progress

• Building tools to manage and mine large genomic databases

• Statistical analyses of genetic and genomic data

• Remain current in area of responsibility and establishing a network of industry and academic contacts

The successful candidate will have:

• Ph.D. in animal breeding and/or quantitative genetics

• Good understanding of the Dairy and/or Beef industry

• Good knowledge in statistical genetics

• Good knowledge in bioinformatic tools

• Proficiency in the use of, at least, one statistical software package

• Excellent scripting skills (e.g. Shell, R, Python, Perl)

• Experience in at least one programming language (e.g. C, C , Java)

• Good knowledge of SQL databases

• Good understanding of the application of complex statistical models

• Good understanding of utilizing genomics (e.g. SNP, CNV, Haplotypes, Sequence, etc) to make genetic improvement

• Experience with analysis of large genomic data sets

• Experience working in a Linux/Unix environment

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and reporting skills

• Strong technical writing and presentation skills'

STgenetics is an Affirmative Action EEO employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. STgenetics participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. STgenetics is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at STgenetics via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at STgenetics in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of STgenetics. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by STgenetics.

• Relocation package offered

• Work authorization assistance provided