Agribusiness jobs – for people who want more than just a job
Work with like-minded, recognized experts. Solve the real challenges determining food and fibre security. Develop community-based approaches to strengthening agriculture trends.
“Excited to join the AbacusBio team! Looking forward to contributing with my genetics experience toward innovative solutions and learn from this amazing group.”
Mariana Vianna
Consultant
“I’m really excited to join the team at AbacusBio, I’m going to learn a lot from all of the talented people who work here.”
“Me mahi tahi tātou mo te oranga o te katoa.”
Anna Mackenzie
Executive Assistant
“I am excited to bring my passion for livestock production and meat science to AbacusBio! Ready for new challenges, fresh ideas, and learning from the incredible expertise within the team.”
Claire Payne
Consultant
“It’s an honour to join a team that’s dedicated to improving plant and livestock production through data-driven insights.
I’m eager to apply my skills to this exciting field and collaborate with such a talented group of professionals!”
Thiago Oliveira
Biostatistician
“I’m excited to be joining AbacusBio, where I can continue my passion for applying quantitative genetics and genomics to solve real-world breeding challenges. By integrating data, genetic models, and field knowledge, I aim to contribute to a more efficient and sustainable future for global food production.”
Marcelo Mollinari
Consultant
Our values
Deliver Excellence Every Day
We take pride in the work we do. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional impact for our clients and our world.
Strong as a Global Team
We care about people. Our strength is teamwork and intellectual collaboration. We draw on global experience and diversity of thought for the benefit of our clients.
Be True to Self and Kind to Others
We celebrate and value the uniqueness, values, backgrounds, and DOTs of our team and those of our clients. We are grounded, welcoming and all-round good people.
What is it like working with AbacusBio?
Flexible. Supportive. Engaging. Inspiring. Adventurous.
AbacusBio is a vibrant business with an informal atmosphere. We offer a hybrid and/or remote work model and flexible hours. And we actively seek to progress the careers of our people through internal and external training opportunities.
Apply science to real-world scenarios. Share your research with the scientific community.
You’ll have the opportunity to publish peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals and speak at conferences.
Scoping analysis of RD&A investment opportunities for the Australian goat industry
Meat & Livestock Australia
Your Candidate Journey
Step 1
Written application
We will assess your CV. If your skills and experience indicate you might be a great fit, we’ll be in touch to arrange an interview. For consultant roles we may ask you for a code submission or exercise.
Step 2
First interview
Meet team members from the office where you’d work most of the time (Dunedin, NZ – Edinburgh, UK – Edmonton, Canada). Together, you’ll do a deep dive into your working experience and form an image of what it would be like if you worked with us.
Step 3
Second interview
In the second interview, you’ll meet team members from other AbacusBio offices.
Step 4
Job offer
Hooray! We’ll email you the job offer and give you a call to walk you through the details. When you accept the offer, we will make sure you receive the contract for e-signature.
Internships + PhD programs
Some consultants first join us as interns or to complete their PhD and then decide to work with us as full time consultants. Our colleague Ireti Balogun is a great example. Read up on her journey in the Otago Daily Times: From Nigeria to Edinburgh, via Dunedin
“I am passionate about the future of food production. I look forward to supporting sustainable agricultural projects to improve global food security”
Ireti Balogun
Consultant
Sound like your dream?
Check our vacancies or get in touch to ask about possibilities
Why Join Us
Come work with us on food security, making agriculture more sustainable and bringing agricultural trends to the communities that need them most.
Take the Initiative
Send your CV and cover letter to Nadia at careers@abacusbio.com, outlining how your skills and experience could contribute to our projects.
If we think you might be a great fit, Nadia will reach out to set up an interview with you.
Pay + Perks
- Salary
To be discussed depending on experience.
Pension contribution (salary banded scheme). - Holidays
4 weeks annual leave - Office + Tools
We’ll provide a computer + other tools you need to get the job done.
For team members based in Dunedin, Edinburgh and Edmonton, we’ll also provide office space.
Opportunity for hybrid working.
Take a look at our vacancies for specific requirements and roles we’re looking to fill right now.
Consultant – Livestock Geneticist, Australia
Consultant / Senior Consultant – Plant and Animal Geneticist, UK
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