PhD Student in Animal Science
Department of Animal Biosciences

*Genetic variation and genomic prediction in farm animals*

We are looking for a motivated and committed PhD student who wants to
understand the genetic consequences of modern breeding of farm animals and
to develop the genomic breeding methods of the future.

The position involves doctoral studies where you will analyze genomic data,
develop new models and simulations, and present new scientific results. You
will also take courses at the doctoral level, participate in international
conferences, and communicate with collaborators in academia and industry.
Opportunities for research visits abroad may be available. The research
combines computational modelling and simulations with the analysis of
large-scale genomic data of various types. The project primarily focuses on
cattle and poultry, but comparative studies with other species may also
occur. There is room for you to be creative and contribute to shaping the
direction of the research.

Qualifications:

You must hold a degree in animal science, veterinary medicine, natural
sciences, or engineering. You must also have documented proficiency in
written and spoken English.

Examples of knowledge and skills that may be of use in the position include
animal breeding, population genetics, genetic diversity, statistical data
analysis (e.g., linear models, linear mixed models, genomic prediction,
genomic association studies, etc.), analysis of genotype and DNA sequence
data, simulations programming/scripting languages such as R or Python,
working with data in a Linux environment.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as commitment,
ability to collaborate, analytical skills, independence, and initiative and
organizational skills. The position will be offered to the candidate that
after a qualitative assessment is deemed to be the most suitable to perform
and develop the project tasks as well as contributing to a positive
development of the subject area.

Place of work: Uppsala

Forms for funding or employment: Doctoral position, 4 years of study.

Starting date: According to agreement.

Application:

Apply through the online system. The deadline is 2026-01-07.

https://www.slu.se/en/about-slu/work-at-slu/jobs-and-vacancies/doktorand/

Martin Johnsson <sorill@gmail.com>

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