Position Purpose The role holder will report to the Group Leader - Biology and will be responsible for maintaining and rearing honey bees, fish, earthworms, Daphnia, and other beneficial organisms, while testing new compounds to assess any adverse effects and conduct bioavailability studies. The role holder will identify target organisms and evaluate leads using in vivo testing methods, along with the propagation and maintenance of plant pathogens and evaluation of new active ingredients against them through in vitro studies. The incumbent will also be responsible for the multiplication of pathogens, insects, and nematodes, and for testing new active ingredients against various pathogen, insect, and nematode species to advance identified leads from discovery to pre-development and development of innovative crop protection and crop enhancement products.

Additionally, the role holder will be responsible for the propagation and maintenance of cell lines and testing new active ingredients to characterize their toxicological profile. The incumbent will develop and apply biochemical approaches, experimental design methodologies, and data interpretation techniques in close collaboration with the Mode of Action team. A strong publication record and excellent communication skills are essential.

Strategic 1. Active support of the philosophy, values, and strategy of PI Industries.

- Contribute effectively to the overall success of PI R&D; by driving innovation aligned with objectives and targets set by the R&D; leadership team.
- Fulfill business requirements reflected through research targets and biological efficacy objectives.

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Support

Development functions within the scope of available expertise and resources, particularly in areas related to human safety, environmental safety, and regulatory affairs.

- Identify proprietary research outcomes and take appropriate measures to maximize intellectual property value through patent generation and protection.
- Contribute to competitor intelligence initiatives.
- Support the Group Leader and Director - Biology in personnel development, target setting,



capability building, coaching, and performance feedback. Operational 1. Multiplication and maintenance of pathogens, nematodes, lepidopteran insects, and sucking pests.
- Evaluation of current active ingredients using laboratory bioassays, artificial diet assays, and greenhouse or field screening methods.
- Operate laboratory and application technology equipment and prepare biological subjects required for experimentation.
- Tabulate, analyze, and interpret experimental data to derive meaningful scientific conclusions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve scientific and technical challenges.
- Present findings to cross-functional project teams and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously.
- Document and record findings in Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN), research reports, technical papers, and presentations.
- Adhere to all safety, information security, biosafety, and quality standards related to research activities.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives under the guidance of the Group Leader and Director - Biology.
- Contribute to knowledge management initiatives through participation in the KM Portal.
- Support competitor intelligence activities through secondary research and engagement with professional forums and networks.
- Update timesheets, progress trackers, and project records as directed.
- Design and execute experiments aligned with project requirements and scientific objectives. Documentation 1. Document and record findings in research reports, technical papers, publications, and presentations for dissemination and future reference.

Process

Adherence & Improvement 1. Adhere to all safety, information security, biosafety, and quality requirements related to research procedures.





- Participate in process improvement initiatives under the direction of the Director - Biology.

Knowledge

Management 1. Contribute to knowledge management initiatives through the KM Portal.

- Support competitor intelligence activities through secondary research, participation in internal and external forums, and professional networking. Reporting 1. Update timesheets, project trackers, and progress reports and submit them to the Group Leader - Biology as required. People 1. Drive professional development through continuous learning initiatives within and outside the organization.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve research objectives.
- Guide, coach, and monitor Research Associates and laboratory personnel to maintain contamination-free laboratory and greenhouse environments.

Additional

Accountabilities 1. Remain at the forefront of scientific developments in crop protection research through continuous enhancement of knowledge and technical skills relevant to new active ingredient discovery.

Technical Expertise

Required - Plant Pathology, Entomology, Nematology, Agricultural Biotechnology, Crop Protection, or related disciplines.

- Hands-on experience in fungicide, insecticide, nematicide, biologics, and seed treatment screening.
- Expertise in in vitro, in vivo, greenhouse, growth chamber, and field efficacy studies.
- Knowledge of resistance monitoring, biological profiling, and dose-response analysis.
- Experience with ELN, ARM, and SNB systems, statistical analysis, and scientific reporting.
- Strong understanding of crop protection product discovery and development processes.

Experience - 2-5 years of experience in crop protection research, preferably in fungicides, insecticides, nematicides, herbicides, biologicals, or related areas.

Industry Background

Preferred - Agrochemical companies

- Seed companies
- Agricultural universities and research institutes
- Crop protection organizations
- CROs specializing in crop protection research

📌 Research Scientist Biology (Udaipur)
🏢 PI Industries
📍 Udaipur