Postdoc in Organic Farm Animal Breeding

7 days ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Aarhus Universitet (AU) Full time

Aarhus University's Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in breeding plans and genomics for organic farm animals. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and optimization of breeding plans for trout and dairy cattle, focusing on defining new breeding goals, estimating economic values, and simulating breeding schemes.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Quantitative Genetics or Population Genetics, excellent programming skills, and experience working with breeding programs and breeding goals. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as the candidate will work closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Main tasks:

  • Developing and optimizing breeding plans for organic farm animals
  • Defining new breeding goals
  • Estimating economic values
  • Simulating breeding schemes


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