Postdoctoral Research Associate AD

Overview

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Posting Number: G/R23550P

Working Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate AD

Department: CAES-Animal & Dairy Science

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Location and Posting Details: The University of Georgia is chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, with an enrollment exceeding 41,000 students.

• Conduct research in the lab.
• Writing and reporting of research.

• Percentage Of Time: 80% for research duties.
• Percentage Of Time: 20% for writing and reporting of research.

Classification

Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated

Start Date:

04/01/2024

Posting Date: 09/25/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes

The post-doctoral researcher will work on a variety of projects in quantitative genetics and genomics, ranging from practical to theoretical, will develop novel methods to be applied in animal breeding and genetics, and perform analyses in fish data.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position: PhD in Animal Breeding and Genetics, bioinformatics, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of quantitative genetics, genomics, and statistical genetics is a plus. Proficiency in R, Unix bash scripting, and BLUPF
90 is highly desired.

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a requirement of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website
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Recruitment Contact Name: Daniela Lourenco

Recruitment Contact Email: danilino