Research Scientist - Biologicals

Key Responsibilities

• Manage early screening of natural substances and microbes for crop protection, abiotic stress, and nutrient use efficiency.
• Design and plan biochemical and biological in vitro assays to maximize resources, efficiency, and outcome.
• Conduct biochemical and in-vitro biological primary screens to identify promising pipeline candidates.
• Adapt assays for high-throughput screening (HTS)
• Build and maintain long-term storage facilities for microorganisms and biomolecules, ensuring their integrity
• Maintain and propagate microorganisms (fungi, bacteria) in vitro and rear pests.
• Ensure efficient project execution, documentation, and reporting to the Team lead.

What You’ll Bring

• PhD / M.Sc. in Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Entomology, or Biotechnology from a top-tier industrial organization or a reputed institute.
• Strong expertise in biological screening, biochemical assays, and experimental lab design.
• Proven record in biologicals / crop protection industry
• Excellent scientific communication, project management, and analytical skills.
• Open-minded, takes initiatives, flexible with the willingness to collaborate across labs and teams contributing to interdisciplinary research.

A passion for sustainable agriculture and biological innovation.