Nucleus Genetics Technician
1 month ago
Position Description:To provide genetic program services at a Genesus genetic nucleus unit including liaison between the Genesus program and farm personnel.
Duties:
- Coordinate genetic program services (e.g. data collection, tissue sampling, on-farm oversight of R&D projects, etc.)
- Conduct live animal ultrasound scanning and image interpretation in accordance with approved protocols. Successfully maintain ultrasound accreditation as required by Genesus. Maintain ultrasound and computer equipment in satisfactory working order.
- Routine use of software used by Genesus (e.g. ultrasound software and on-farm software), as required.
- Conduct on-farm data collection, including animal identification, weights, animal tissue/blood samples, animal selection and routine genetic program procedures with adherence to protocols, as required.
- Data entry, editing and transfer, maintain tissue sample inventory and records database, and transferring samples to external laboratories, as required.
- Provide R&D project support for data collection, protocol implementation and interaction with Genesus and unit staff, as required.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Experience, and Requirements:
- Experience with pig or livestock production preferred but not required.
- Ability and willingness to work in a farrow to finish pig unit.
- Requires routine handling and data collection on pigs from birth to weaning, lifting of pigs weighing up to ~15kg, plus handling, management and data collection on pigs up to ~300 kg.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to learn the operation of ultrasound equipment and software.
- Experience with computer use and software including Microsoft Office or equivalent.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Position Location: Near Oakville, Manitoba.
Position Availability: Position available immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applications:
Please submit via email a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this position, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references, to:Chad Bierman, PhD Geneticist cbierman@genesus.com
Please note only those to be interviewed will be contacted. We appreciate the interests of all applicants.
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