PEAK Research and Development Internship

Primary Objectives of Position:

PEAK R&D is seeking a motivated Graduate Student in Animal Breeding and Genetics or related field eager to learn how to transform science into a valuable tool for livestock producers. The student will become involved in developing proprietary genetic evaluations/indexes. They will engage with staff, including researchers and senior leadership, to plan and execute a project that contributes directly to product development.

Major Areas of Accountability: 

• Support and develop a proprietary genetic evaluation and/or index using appropriate models and software.
• Collect, manage, and analyze data using R/phyton, ensuring reliable outputs.
• Contribute to the refinement and development of internal processes
• Improve, develop, and document R scripts.
• Collaborate across team within PEAK/URUS to deliver a valuable product

Qualifications:

• Pursuing Master or PhD in Animal Breeding & Genetics or related field
• Experience in quantitative and genomic data analysis
• Experience with R or Phyton is required 
• Experience with BLUPF90 software or similar is required 
• Experience with single-step genetic evaluation is a plus
• Dairy background is a plus 
• Knowledge with Databricks platform is a plus
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable mindset, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Internship applications will close on October 31^st, 2025, please note you may not be contacted until after this date.