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Position SENIOR ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGIST - REPRODUCTION AND EMBRYO TRANSFER (1 POST) (1)
Description
We believe that each employee makes a significant contribution to the institution that should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his or her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the services we provide to our stakeholders both internal and external.
Duties

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Applying
cutting-edge molecular biology;



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Reproductive
techniques to improve livestock traits;



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Specifically
focusing on Artificial Insemination (AI) and Embryo Biotechnology;



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Supervising
all activities in the Animal Biotechnology unit including personnel;



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Semen
handling, Artificial Insemination, conduct oocyte searching, invitro production
(IVP); and



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Embryo
sexing in a laboratory setting as well as perform embryo collection, evaluation
and cryopreservation and transfer (IVF/ET) in goats.
Qualifications And Experience

 



         ·      A Bachelor’s degree in Animal
Science; Reproductive Biotechnology;



  •      Animal Breeding and Biotechnology; Biology, or a
    related field;
  •        A Masters degree in any of the
    above disciplines would be an added advantage;
  •       Proven experience in artificial
    insemination and embryo transfer techniques (Bovine/Small Ruminants) is
    important as well as proficiency in semen evaluation, cryopreservation and handling
    laboratory equipment;
  •      Strong understanding of reproductive
    physiology, genetics and embryo handling protocols is necessary.
Skills

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Advanced knowledge in animal biotechnology, including
genetic engineering, molecular biology and reproductive technologies;





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Proficiency in techniques such as cloning, embryo transfer and cell culture;





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Strong understanding of genomics, proteomics and bioinformatics;





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Experience in livestock improvement, disease resistance and
vaccine development;





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Strong data analysis and
interpretation skills using statistical and bioinformatics tools.
Closing Date 10 May 2026
Status
Still Open