Director of Animal Genetics
Join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to reducing animal distress. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientific Director to lead our research efforts.
Responsibilities:
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Lead the development and implementation of research programs.
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Develop and maintain partnerships with academic institutions, industry partners, and other relevant organizations.
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Leverage existing tech and data from our partners when appropriate to focus on actual impact.
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Interview or give other feedback on prescreened prospective hires.
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Ensure that all research activities are conducted in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulations, and most importantly help improve them at labs around the world.
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Publish high-quality research articles in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences and workshops.
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Stay up to date with the latest developments and trends in the field of animal genetics and incorporate these findings into our research and advocacy programs.
Expertise:
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PhD in genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, animal breeding, or a related field
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Working knowledge of breeding of agricultural species, laboratory animals, and feeder mice
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Track record of conducting and publishing original research in the field of agriculture and animal science
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Strong understanding of animal health and nutrition, and their impact on productivity and welfare
Work Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with some after-hours and weekend work as required for events and conferences.
Compensation: We offer competitive compensation and benefits, commensurate with experience.
Location: This position is remote. Some domestic and international travel may be required for conferences and scientific sabbaticals in different labs.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.