Quantitative Genetics and Biostatistics Research Lead

Vor 5 Tagen


Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Agroscope Vollzeit

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join our team at Agroscope. As a key member of our research group, you will be responsible for developing and implementing new biostatistical and quantitative-genetic methods for efficient plant breeding.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, manage, and execute projects to develop new biostatistical and quantitative-genetic methods for plant breeding
  • Acquire and manage third-party-funded projects
  • Analyze and publish comprehensive genetic and phenotypic data
  • Support Agroscope breeders in applying research findings to their breeding programs
  • Manage and supervise postdoctoral, PhD, Master's, and Bachelor's students

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Plant Breeding, or a related field. You should have sound knowledge of biostatistics, especially in plant breeding and its quantitative-genetic principles. You should also be competent in recording, analyzing, and interpreting scientific datasets, including statistical programming.

Requirements

  • PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Plant Breeding, or a related field
  • Sound knowledge of biostatistics, especially in plant breeding and its quantitative-genetic principles
  • Competent in recording, analyzing, and interpreting scientific datasets, including statistical programming
  • Achievement-oriented, outgoing personality with excellent teamwork skills
  • Knowledge of two official Swiss languages and a very good command of written and spoken English

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