As a Quantitative Genetics Specialist, you will be part of a global team that contributes to the development and application of innovative predictive breeding tools.
Your key responsibilities will include ensuring and optimizing application support in data analytics and biostatistics across multiple crops, developing a deep understanding of crop-specific data analysis needs, critically evaluating and expanding quantitative genetics capabilities, and maintaining a strong understanding of scientific developments related to data analysis methods.
You will work independently to perform standard quantitative genetic analyses, including using mixed linear models to analyze phenotypic data, performing genomic predictions, analyses for cross planning, and monitoring genetic gain and genetic diversity. You will also proactively develop, optimize and automate data analysis pipelines and systems in collaboration with other biostatisticians and members of the Breeding Information and Digital Product Management teams.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in agricultural sciences with a focus on plant breeding and quantitative genetics, biostatistics or equivalent, and a few years of postgraduate experience in a relevant field. You should be passionate about data analysis, able to work with large data sets, proficient in statistical software (R, Python, ASReml), and strive for value-added solutions in multidisciplinary teams. English is a prerequisite, professional knowledge of German would be a plus.
This role offers a great opportunity to contribute significantly to the success of the breeding department and the development of excellent varieties within a family-owned company that values team spirit, closeness and trust, independence and foresight. As a member of our team, you can expect a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for individual professional and personal development.