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PIC is the swine division of Genus PLC.
PIC currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe.
We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Genus PLC is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
Our Values
- Collaborate as One Team
- Create Value for Customers
- Innovate with Purpose
- Never stop improving
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Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.
Descripción general del rol
PIC Europe, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated Genetic Program Sr. Specialist.
In this role you will lead successful execution in Europe of PIC’s genetic program, including the Genetic Nucleus Crossbred Program. This program ensures our animals meet the demands of the commercial setting.
You will have the ability to work in a culturally diverse, fast-paced environment, work autonomously as well as collaboratively across functional teams, and is able to identify, analyze and solve problems in a self-directed/managed work location.
The preferred location for the position is Spain but there will be 40-50% travel including some international travel to our sites across Europe
Responsabilidades y deberes esenciales
- Support the execution and communication of the genetic improvement strategy across the elite farm system and within Genetic Nucleus Crossbred program partners to encourage understanding and alignment to objectives and goals
- Ensure successful execution of genetic improvement protocols for routine and special projects
- Ensure successful execution of PIC’s Genetic Nucleus Crossbred program by
- Providing guidance to contract Genetic Nucleus Crossbred Partners with oversight
- Coordinate and manage activities related to trials and product testing
- Develop and implement statistical analysis and quality control of large datasets, including daily plant slaughter data and on-farm product performance
- Use knowledge of swine production practices to recognize data errors and validate large datasets
- Identify new methods to improve the accuracy of data collection
- Provide support for data acquisition, including troubleshooting software and hardware
- Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyses information and standard practices to make judgments
- Travel approximately 40-50%
Requisitos
Basic Qualifications: (required)
- University Degree in Animal or Meat Science, Animal Breeding and Genetics or related field
- A minimum of 3 years of experience within livestock production systems
- A minimum of 2 years of experience presenting and disseminating significant amounts of information to stakeholders with attention to detail and accuracy in an organized and concise manner.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite and R as well as other software applications
- A minimum of 2 years of data analysis experience with understanding of experimental design and mixed modeling
- Must not co-habitat or live on the same premises with any person who works with swine and/or with people that are in routine contact with swine.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree in Animal or Meat Science, Animal Breeding and Genetics or related field
Igualdad de oportunidades laborales
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