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DeForest, WI

Internship

Onsite

$26/hr - $30/hr

Intern

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology company specializing in animal genetics and genetic improvement. The Genetics and Genomics Intern will support the Beef Product Development Team through data mining, pipeline development, quantitative analyses, statistical modeling, and genetic program development. The role also involves presenting findings and contributing to genetic strategy and product development initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Use statistical and analytic tools to perform data mining, develop data pipelines, and analyze large genetic, genomic, and performance datasets
Support the development and evaluation of new traits of interest by preparing data, conducting analyses, and interpreting results
Investigate and evaluate new statistical models, methodologies, and approaches to support genetic evaluation and product development
Update and refine model parameters used within ABS's proprietary genetic program
Generate insights that inform genetic strategy, genetic program development, and genetic indices that deliver value to customers
Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to project stakeholders and team members
Uphold the Genus core values, mission, and vision
Position may require working outside of normal business hours
Perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Required

MS or PhD student in Animal Science, Plant Science, Quantitative Genetics, Statistics, Data Science, or related field, required
Strong analytical skills, familiarity with statistical packages (R, Python, etc.)
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively work in cross-functional team environments and present technical findings to diverse audiences
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred

preferred experience with scripting or programming tools
Experience with genetic/genomic data, bioinformatics, estimating breeding values, and/or breeding index development
Direct agricultural experience (plant or animal)
Strong interest in genetic data analysis, using data to develop on-farm genetic strategies, genetic program development, and custom genetic indices

Benefits

Paid internship with competitive compensation
Relocation stipend available if needed
Housing recommendations available if needed
Two all-expenses paid trips to company headquarters (Madison, WI area) for North American Internship program engagement
Business equipment for this role includes a laptop and monitor desk setup

Genus is a publicly traded global company advancing animal genetics to sustainably nourish the world.

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