Research Associate - Quantitative Genetics
- Analyze genetic data from studies aimed at understanding the genetic architecture of quantitative traits.
- Interpret results from genetic studies, perform meta-analysis of proprietary and public literature, and generate technical reports.
- Present the findings to molecular breeding and breeding teams.
- Collaborate with molecular breeding scientists and laboratory to generate genotypic data for molecular breeding projects.
- Provide logistical support to molecular breeding scientists by tracking samples movement from breeding programs to ensure timely genotyping needed for implementing molecular breeding.
- Generate reports on quality of genetic data from genotypic service provider(s) to be used in molecular breeding projects.
- Curate and store genotypic data in appropriate databases for use in molecular breeding projects.
- Maintain high level of confidentiality about the company procedures and datasets.
- M.S. degree in quantitative genetics, plant breeding, computational biology, plant science, crop science, biotechnology, or other related fields.
- Research experience in understanding genetic architecture of quantitative traits.
- Knowledge of molecular markers and experience in genetic data interpretation and analysis.
- Experience with the programming languages R and/or python is required.
- Excellent organizational skills are required for this position. Successful person should demonstrate ability to track, prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet the timelines.
- Proactive, self-driven, and self-motivated person with high accountability.
- Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills who can effectively communicate with an international team of scientists.
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