Genetic Service Officer

The position aims to develop and execute genetic services to PIC Customers.

• Participate in developing, enhancing and executing the following routine genetic services to PIC customers:
• Product performance forecasting through modeling
• Custom Line Improvement Programs
• Pre- and post-sale Sire selection
• Dam-line dissemination within customer systems
• Routine reporting to customer and account teams
• Understand customer goals and objectives; design product combinations and genetic service programs that meet those objectives, gain and retain customers and contribute to PIC’s margins.
• Develop training and support materials on PIC products and genetic programs; explain the benefits of new technologies and enhancements to PIC products and genetic programs
• Remain current in area of responsibility through establishing a network of industry and academic contacts, studying literature and attending scientific and industry meetings.
• Hold confidential all product and program proprietary knowledge.

Basic Qualifications: (required)

• PhD or MS in Animal Breeding and Genetics.
• Strong understanding of the technologies that are used to make genetic improvement
• Selection Index construction and Data Analysis skills for pedigreed data sets
• Excellent Computer Skills including SAS, and MS Office experience
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Technical Presentation and Writing Skills
• Willingness to travel and enter customers’ and partners’ farms
• Qualified to work and be based in the Philippiness 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Philippines Pork Supply Chain and PIC Business
• Project management experience with research trials
• Speak English fluently

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 sustainably nourish the world.

At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health insurance for employee and dependents, life insurance, annual vacation and sick leave credits, competitive retirement/savings plan, annual company incentive, work uniforms This position will have the opportunity for growth. We are constantly evaluating our offerings to ensure we stay competitive

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