Nature Source Genetics (http://naturesourcegenetics.com) is a computational genomics company dedicated to the development and application of new algorithms designed to harness natural genetic variation in the improvement of agricultural species. Located in Ithaca, New York, NSG scientists interact with a team of distinguished faculty from Cornell University and other major research institutions, in problems related to gene pool evaluation/optimization, quantitative genetics and selection in commercial breeding programs. In addition to the computational headquarters in Ithaca, NSG has collaborative arrangements with experimental facilities/test sites around the world.

The successful candidate will have the responsibility of managing specific projects, including coordinating activities with outside collaborators worldwide. In addition, the candidate will interact with a team of statisticians, mathematicians, computer sciences, geneticists and software engineers in the development of new methods for improvement of the breeding process. Some travel is required.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D degree in plant breeding, genetics, plant biology, crop science or related discipline
• Ability to work both independently and on a team • Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Manage and support specific projects, including coordinating activities with outside collaborators/clients worldwide;
• Work with other NSG scientists to advance projects, including data analysis, reporting to clients, organization of data and progress reports, etc;
• Collaborate with other NSG scientists in the development of new methods and algorithms for improvement and optimization of the breeding process;
• Prepare and contribute to project documentation, scientific reports, publications, and presentations that clearly convey progress and challenges;
• Attend and participate in research planning meetings with other NSG employees, the Scientific Advisory Board, and other scientists (both in academia and the private sector) related to various NSG projects

To apply or obtain more information about this position, contact:

Dr. Theresa Fulton
Director of Operations
Nature Source Genetics
33 Thornwood Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850

E.mail: careers@naturesourcegenetics.com
Fax: +1 607-257-0034