Genetic Technician - near St. Andrews, MB

Posted on:  March 28, 2022

Position Announcement: Genetic Technician

Genesus Inc. (www.genesus.com) is a leading global pig genetic company providing breeding stock, genetic services and support to enhance customer profitability.

Position Description:

To provide genetic program services at a Genesus R&D/genetic nucleus unit.

Duties:

1. Conduct on-farm data collection, including animal identification, weights, ultrasound, animal tissue/blood samples, animal selection and routine management procedures with adherence to protocols, as required.
2. 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.
3. Use the Genesus ultrasound software, on-farm software, and other software, as required.
4. Data entry, editing and transfer, maintain tissue sample inventory, and transferring samples to external laboratories, etc. as required.
5. Coordinate genetic program services (e.g. data collection, tissue sampling) with farm staff.
6. Provide R&D project support for data collection, protocol implementation and interaction with Genesus and unit staff, as required.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and Requirements:

1. Post-secondary degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Experience in pork production, preferably in a genetic nucleus/multiplier/R&D setting.
3. Ability and willingness to work in a pig unit. Requires routine lifting of pigs weighing up to ~15kg plus handling, management and data collection on large animals up to ~300 kg.
4. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Experience in operation of ultrasound equipment and software a benefit but not required.
6. Experience with laptop computer use and software, Microsoft Office preferred.
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Ability to integrate into a team setting.
9. Possession of a valid driver’s licence.

Position Location: Near St. Andrews, Manitoba

Position Availability: Position available immediately. Applications will be accepted until 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:
Bob Kemp, PhD PAg
VP Genetic Programs and R&D
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Please note only those to be interviewed will be contacted. We appreciate the interests of all applicants.