Applied data scientist – Dairy

Role Overview

ABS Global, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity.

The Dairy Product Development group at ABS Global is seeking a data driven problem solver with a strong interest in applied data science and analytics to help shape the future of animal breeding. This role focuses on transforming large-scale genetic and phenotypic datasets into actionable insights that directly influence breeding strategies and economic outcomes.

You will join a growing, technically oriented team that applies modern data workflows, analytics, and computational tools to real-world data (RWD). While grounded in the dairy industry, this position is well suited for candidates who enjoy working with datasets, databases, and analytical systems and want to apply those skills in a domain with tangible, global impact.

The position is based in the general Madison, WI area and is physically located in DeForest, WI
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• Collection, loading, and tracking of quality monthly farm data into ABS’s Real World Database (RWD®)
• Recruitment and maintenance of RWD data including set-up of new herds, monitoring of on-farm software program changes, and database maintenance
• Providing support and resources on the RWD database including providing statistics on herd demographics and quality of on-farm data recording
• Providing support and resources for validation and incorporation of new farm software into RWD
• Identify areas for and help implement improvements to overall data workflow process
• Collaboration with dairy genetic research team in trait definition and development of proprietary genetic evaluations
• Provide support and training to others within company on dairy data and major dairy herd management software
• Data analysis and report development

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics, Animal Science, Dairy Science, or a related quantitative field
• Strong intellectual curiosity with a demonstrated ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Strong interest in data manipulation and data pipeline development.
• Experience with simple workflow automation and database familiarity
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and experience with at least one programming or data analytics language or tool (e.g., R, My(SQL), SAS, Python, Microsoft Access, Power BI), or a strong willingness to learn
• Understanding data management, data quality, and analytical workflows; experience with databases or automated data pipelines is a plus
• Experience with dairy farm management software (e.g., Dairy Comp 305, PCDART, DHIPlus, Bovi Sync, Del Pro, Lely) is beneficial but not required
• Dairy Challenge experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English
• Willingness to learn and take feedback

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.

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products. Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941. We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.

We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers.
Intelli Gen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.

Our vision is clear:
Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.