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Genetic Implementation Specialist (Midwest - USA)

Genus PLC, Ames, IA, United States


Overview PIC North America, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated

Genetic Improvement Specialist

to join our team. In this role, you will lead training, monitor progress, and execute the technical implementation of PIC’s genetic program across Elite Farms. You’ll work in a fast-paced, culturally diverse environment and collaborate across multiple teams while also being able to work independently. We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. High communication skills, data analysis expertise, and livestock project management experience are essential for success in this role. The preferred remote location for the position is in the Midwest region, United States with travel approximately 40-50% domestic and international. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 USD. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

You Will

Support the execution of the genetic improvement strategy and train staff and technical site leads for successful implementation across multiple domestic and international sites

Support the genetic improvement strategy communication across the elite farm system to encourage understanding and alignment to objectives and goals

Executing genetic improvement protocols for routine and special projects

Provide Supply Chain with monthly reports for internal and external use

Assist the planning and execution of genetic dissemination of elite animals across the global elite farms

Provide remote support for data acquisition, including troubleshooting software and hardware

Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyses information and standard practices to make judgments

Interpreting and analyzing data using statistical techniques

Travel approximately 40-50%, domestic and international

Requirements Basic Qualifications (required)

Bachelor’s degree in Animal or Meat Science, Animal Breeding and Genetics, or a related field

3 - 5 years of proven experience in data analysis, livestock project management

Understanding of livestock production systems, including genetic production, and training experience to support accurate data interpretation

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of contemporary record-keeping systems

Minimum 3 years of experience with Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications

Must not cohabitate or live on the same premises with anyone who works with swine or is in routine contact with swine

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Animal or Meat Science, Animal Breeding and Genetics, or related field

Experience in livestock production

Business Overview Genus

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.

PIC , our swine division, 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.

Our vision is clear:

Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help sustainably nourish the world.

Benefits Overview At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.

Equal Employment Opportunities Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Recruitment Fraud Warning Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

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