Breeding Analytics & Decision Support Officer

1.

Breeding Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Analyze breeding datasets.
• Conduct Multi Environment Trial (MET) and Genotype by Environment (G×E) analyses.
• Support genotype evaluation and advancement decisions.

2. Predictive Breeding and Decision Support

• Support trait prioritization and breeding decisions.
• Improve selection accuracy and breeding efficiency.

3. Data Integration and Analytical Workflows

• Prepare analysis-ready datasets.
• Develop reproducible analytical workflows.
• Ensure data and output quality.

4. Reporting, Communication and Capacity Strengthening

• Prepare reports, visualizations, and presentations.
• Communicate findings to breeding teams and partners.
• Support knowledge sharing and capacity development.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Quantitative Genetics, Data Science, Agricultural Analytics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of statistical modelling, experimental design, mixed models, and multi-environment trial analysis
• Proficiency in R