AGBU - Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit

·        Full-time, Fixed-term until 31December 2025

·        $ 102,546 to $ 121,534 per annum (Level B)

·        Plus 17% employer superannuation. Salary packaging options are available.

·        Relocation assistance provided

·        Applicants must have full time work rights for the term of the contract.

The University of New England (UNE), Armidale is a regionally based, globally networked university that is renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education. Currently there are over 26,000 students (84% of whom are distance/online students) and approximately 1,200 academic and general staff.

The UNE decadal strategic plan, Future Fit 2021-2030, has been developed to guide the University to deliver on its enduring vision to support the aspirations of individuals in communities, and communities within regions, in a digital age.

 

About the Faculty/Group

Initiated in 1976, the Animal Genetics & Breeding Unit (AGBU), is an unincorporated joint venture of the University of New England (UNE) and NSW Department of Primary Industries. The unit carries out research and development in genetic improvement for agricultural industries and is Australian agriculture¿s leading genetic evaluation systems research group. With close to 30 staff and over 20 Ph.D scientists, AGBU is widely recognized as one of the world¿s leading institutes in the field of genetic improvement and is now seeking a research scientist to join the group and pursue research that will help the industry breed more resilient sheep and beef cattle with less impact on the environment.

 

About the role

AGBU is seeking an ambitious research scientist who can drive innovation and help the Australian livestock industry meet the grand challenges of the future with fit for purpose genetics that are more resilient and have less impact on the environment. You will be a demonstrated thought leader in practical tools for genetic improvement and will have the ability to match the best science with practical application in industry. Your work will underpin AGBU¿s role in delivery of leading, industry relevant selection tools to meet genetic evaluation needs in sheep and beef cattle and ensure that the genetic evaluation and improvement systems developed and supported by AGBU are technically leading edge and place industry partners in a position of competitive advantage, globally.

The role will include contributing to scientific vision, supervision of Ph.D. students, and close coordination with industry partners. The role requires the ability to build scientific and industry collaborations internally and nationally.

 

About you

To be successful in this role you will have scientific vision and are an innovator with demonstrated capacity to develop new traits for selection in animal breeding programs.  You will have a Ph.D. in animal genetics with a minimum of 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience in the field including experience managing research projects. You will have a substantial current and focused track record of research activity and outcomes and have experience with Australia¿s extensive livestock industries and have the potential to develop strong and sustainable partnerships with industry. You are a valued team member with excellent interpersonal skills and are seen as future mentor to early career staff including HDR students.

 

About Armidale

Living in Armidale you will experience the best of both city and rural living. Enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle with access to shopping, gourmet food, top sporting facilities and cultural delights, all for a fraction of the price you would expect to pay in a major city. You can live in the heart of Armidale or experience the tranquility of the New England countryside on a rural property. To find out more visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience

 

Enquiries and additional information

To discuss this role please contact selection committee Chair Professor Daniel Brown

Closing Date: Midnight, 3 January 2023

Reference No:  222322

 

To Apply

Please submit the following documents by clicking the Apply Now button below:

1. Covering letter

2. Responses to select selection criteria listed below

a.  Capacity to invent and develop new traits for selection in animal breeding programs.

b.  Experience in management of research projects related to animal breeding problems.

c.  Capacity to take ownership of and ability to drive innovation related to breeding more resilient livestock and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the livestock sector through breeding.

d.  Experience with, and in-depth knowledge of, the extensive livestock industries in Australia.

3. Current CV

4. Copy of certified qualifications cited in your application for this position

 

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description below.

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures. As a University committed to engaging a diverse workforce, UNE encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

 

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