Jason Peiffer

Jason Peiffer has a diverse work experience in the field of plant breeding and genetics. Jason is currently the Director of Plant Breeding at Ohalo Genetics, where they lead the plant breeding team and manages the acquisition of new germplasm. Prior to this, they worked as a Lead Quantitative Geneticist at Ohalo Genetics, focusing on plant breeding simulation, predictive modeling, and process optimization.

Before joining Ohalo Genetics, Jason was a Quantitative Geneticist at Driscoll's from 2017 to 2019, where they contributed to genetic research and analysis. Jason also worked as a Data Scientist at DuPont Pioneer (Dept. of Breeding Technologies) from 2014 to 2017, where they developed computer-assisted breeding methods and image analysis algorithms for corn.

Jason's career in plant breeding started at North Carolina State University, where they worked as a Research Associate from 2012 to 2014. During this time, they optimized population design for QTL and association mapping and conducted simulation and optimization for plant breeding programs. Jason also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Cornell University/USDA-ARS (Lab of Edward Buckler) from 2007 to 2012, focusing on research in genetics.

In their early career, Jason gained experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Delaware/Delaware Biotechnology Institute (Lab of Blake Meyers) from 2003 to 2007. Jason also worked at Prydenjoy Orchards Ltd. as an Orchard Hand & Sales Associate from 1999 to 2003.

Overall, Jason Peiffer's work experience spans various roles in plant breeding, genetics, and research, showcasing their expertise in quantitative genetics, simulation, optimization, and genomic analysis.

Jason Peiffer completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Genetics & Molecular Biology from the University of Delaware from 2004 to 2007. Jason then went on to pursue a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding & Quantitative Genetics at Cornell University, where they studied from 2007 to 2012.