Digital Phenotyping Specialist

Role Overview:

PIC North America, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated Digital Phenotyping Specialist will be responsible for deploying, implementing, and supporting PIC’s high-throughput digital phenotyping platforms. This role can be located remotely within the U.S. This position will be responsible for assisting in efforts that transform the way phenotypic data is collected and utilized within the genetic improvement program.

The successful candidate has the ability to work in a culturally diverse, fast-paced environment and can work collaboratively across functional teams. The candidate is a strong communicator and possesses strong analytical skills with the ability to efficiently collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Deploy and support existing digital technologies developed by PIC’s in-house digital phenotyping engineers
• Maintain flows of data from farm to computing resources, including on-premises and cloud computing
• Install, trouble-shoot, and provide hardware support of remote digital phenotyping platforms
• Execute testing plans of 3^rd party digital tools for performance traits
• Maintain quality control of data capture and labeling systems
• Effectively communicate the status and results of research projects.

• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Agriculture/Biosystems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in statistics, signal processing, time series data, and machine learning
• A minimum of 2 years of experience with MS Office suite as well as other relevant software platforms, including Python, scripting, and SQL databases

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. 

PIC, our swine division, currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide, and our products are available in more than 50 countries across the globe. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

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

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.  

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.