Post Doctoral Research Fellow (PD1) in Animal Genetics and Genomics

at  Teagasc

Location: Animal and Grassland Research and Innovation Centre, Teagasc, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co Cork, P61 C997
Research
Salary: Post Doc (Level 1) with a Salary Scale of €41,081 to €45,322
Closing Date: 09/05/2024 12:00 PM
Post Doc Full Time

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS PROJECT:

• Aid in the collection and analyses of methane data from a large population of grazing cattle
• Aid in the generation and analyses of primal cut data in large population of cattle
• (Genetic) analyses of kill out, growth rate, and quality meat data in large population of cattle
• Derivation and analyses of novel phenotypes for consideration in national breeding programs
• Engage with stakeholders on the potential of genetic and genomic evaluations for these difficult-to measure traits and how they can impact the carbon footprint and profitability of the beef sector as a whole

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To interpret research findings and prepare scientific and popular press publications.
• To disseminate research findings to a variety of audiences as appropriate.
• To assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer Service Charter and Action Plan.
• To comply with all relevant Teagasc policies and procedures.
• To fully co-operate with the provisions made for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of themselves, fellow staff and non-Teagasc staff and co-operate with management in enabling Teagasc to comply with legal obligations. This includes full compliance with the responsibilities outlined in the Safety Statement.
• To actively participate in the Teagasc Post-Doctoral Fellowship programme and review processes, and to undertake all Post-Doctoral Fellowship training and associated duties as agreed in the Training & Development Plan.
• To take up additional duties as they may arise and be assigned by management.