Genus PLC

Health Assurance Veterinarian

Genus PLC  •  Onsite  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Reporting to the Health Assurance Manager (Spain), you will contribute to the delivery and evolution of PIC’s Health Assurance Programme. Your work will focus on protecting the supply chain, supporting customer success, and advancing health standards through data-driven and science-led approaches.

Join a business at the forefront of animal genetics and global food sustainability. At PIC, part of Genus, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding animal health and supporting the delivery of high-quality genetics to pork producers across Southern Europe.

This is an opportunity to combine scientific expertise with real-world impact—working closely with customers, production teams, and industry experts to improve herd health, mitigate disease risk, and support sustainable food production on a global scale.

  • Be part of a purpose-driven organisation improving global food sustainability
  • Work with industry-leading experts in animal genetics and health
  • Gain exposure to international operations and cutting-edge research
  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on animal welfare and production systems

You Will

Health Assurance & Risk Management

  • Deliver and continuously improve the Health Assurance Programme across PIC multiplication systems
  • Monitor herd health and surveillance programs, ensuring compliance and effectiveness
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to protect supply and customer herds
  • Support disease prevention and elimination initiatives across internal and customer farms

Data, Analysis & Continuous Improvement

  • Contribute to the collection, analysis, and interpretation of health and production data
  • Provide timely and accurate health status updates to customers and internal stakeholders
  • Support applied research projects to develop and validate innovative health solutions

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build strong, professional relationships with customers and production teams
  • Partner with Technical Services to maximise genetic performance within customer herds
  • Provide practical, evidence-based recommendations to improve herd health and biosecurity

Collaboration & Industry Contribution

  • Work closely with genetic and production teams to support safe and effective gene transfer (including imports/exports)
  • Represent PIC in industry forums, sharing scientific knowledge and best practices
  • Participate in events and initiatives that strengthen PIC’s value proposition in health assurance

Professional Development

  • Continue developing expertise through fieldwork, training programmes, and industry engagement
  • Maintain awareness of emerging trends and innovations in swine health and production

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

  • Degree in Veterinary Medicine and license to practice in Spain
  • Significant experience in swine health, diagnostics, and epidemiology within modern pork production
  • Demonstrated expertise in disease surveillance, biosecurity, and herd health management

Skills & Capabilities

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders
  • Analytical mindset with experience interpreting health and production data
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively
  • Collaborative approach, comfortable working across matrixed environments
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally
  • Professional proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Business Overview

PIC is the swine division of Genus PLC.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.Genus PLC is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.Our Values

  • Collaborate as One Team
  • Create Value for Customers
  • Innovate with Purpose
  • Never stop improving

DEIGenus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.Tackling climate change

  • Monitor and identify goals for the reduction of our GHG emissions from our own operations.
  • Drive porcine and bovine genetic improvements which support productivity gains and improve feed efficiency, enabling a reduction in the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of milk or meat produced
  • Identify facility and other opportunities for reductions in GHG emissions, consistent with our goals
  • Partner and advocate for policies that advance positive climate goals and identified United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Tackling PRRS

  • Developing pigs through gene editing that are resistant to PRRSv (Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus), a deadly disease that causes animal death and suffering as well as the loss of billions of dollars in farm production worldwide.*

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, colour, 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.

Recruitment Fraud Warning

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

Genus PLC

About Genus PLC

Genus is a publicly traded global company advancing animal genetics to sustainably nourish the world.

As a global leader in animal genetics and ag-tech innovation, we’re not just shaping the future of agriculture — we’re delivering science with purpose. From gene editing and reproductive biology to next generation breeding technologies, our work directly improves animal health, food quality, and the resilience of the global food system.

With operations spanning the globe, Genus brings together a diverse team of geneticists, veterinarians, data scientists, and commercial experts who collaborate across disciplines and borders — united by a shared mission and guided by our core values:

Never Stop Improving | Collaborate as One Team | Create Value for Customers | Innovate with Purpose

We operate in 30 countries across six continents and distribute to more than 50 additional markets, delivering science-backed solutions through our two business units: ABS Global (bovine) and PIC (porcine). These businesses provide breeding animals and technologies that help farmers raise healthier herds, produce food more efficiently, and reduce environmental impact.

* ABS Global supports over 40,000 beef and dairy producers in more than 85 countries with genetics, reproduction services, and udder care solutions.

* PIC (Pig Improvement Company) partners with pork producers worldwide to improve herd performance, efficiency, and sustainability through continuous genetic improvement.

At Genus, we invest in your growth — offering meaningful work, global impact, and career development within a culture that is inclusive, ethical, and forward-thinking. Whether you’re in science, strategy, or operations, your work here matters.

Genus plc will never request payment for equipment or supplies during recruitment or onboarding. For questions about your application, contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Basingstoke , GB
Year Founded
1933
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