Technical Assurance Sr. Specialist

Role Overview
The Technical Assurance Sr. Specialist initiates, leads, conducts and supports product development, supply chain, and regulatory activities to improve PRRS Resistant Pig populations through continuous genetic improvement and to maintain compliance required by FDA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
? Oversee the execution of the genetic improvement strategy within PRRS Resistant Pig research farms
? Train staff and technical site leads for successful implementation of PRRS Resistant Pig on-farm improvement program
? Develop, maintain, and document protocols for routine and special projects
? Support FDA regulatory compliance activities including standard operating procedure training, submission of required regulatory reports and audit preparation
? Support Supply Chain with monthly reports for internal and external use
? Assist the planning and execution of genetic dissemination of elite PRRS Resistant animals across PRRS Resistant Pig research farms
? Provide remote... support for data acquisition, including troubleshooting software and hardware
Requirements
? University degree preferred; animal science field preferred
? Minimum of 3 years of experience within intensive swine production systems
? A thorough understanding of swine production practices
? Ability to work in and maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts and fast-paced environment
? Work requires continual attention to detail and ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
? Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required
? Working knowledge of contemporary record-keeping systems
? Ability to work both autonomously and collaborate across teams and functional areas
? Ability to deliver necessary training for production staff
? Proficient with computer hardware and in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications
? Ideally proficient in written and spoken English
? Ability to travel approximately 25%
Business Overview
Genus strives to provide beef, dairy and pork producers with superior breeding stock to enable the production of affordable and nutritious animal protein for consumers. PIC is the swine division with a mission to pioneer animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.
PIC 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.
Benefits Overview
Genus offers competitive benefits plans including multiple medical choices, dental & vision coverage and a 401k retirement plan with a competitive company match. We also offer innovative benefits such as 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a company stock purchase plan. We are constantly evaluating our offerings to ensure we stay competitive.
Equal Employment Opportunities
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.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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