Job Profile / Responsibilities

· Oversee microbiology based activities at production facility for biogenic Synthesis.

· Extensive knowledge of fermentation process and support for batchwise production activities.

· Maintain bacterial cultures and ensure stringent quality control (QC) throughout production batches.

· Perform routine microbiological techniques including streaking, subculturing, and maintenance of bacterial cultures on solid and liquid media.

· Conduct bacterial growth curve analysis (OD-based and/or CFU-based) to monitor growth kinetics, optimize inoculum preparation, and ensure batch-to-batch consistency in fermentation.

· Carry out morphological, physiological, and basic molecular assessments of bacterial cultures to confirm purity, identity, and performance.

· Monitor culture health, contamination, viability, and stability during scale-up and production stages.

· Maintain detailed batch-wise records, including media composition, incubation conditions, growth parameters, and QC observations.

· Document all procedures, observations, deviations, and results in a systematic, traceable, and auditable manner.

· Ensure all activities comply with institutional biosafety, quality, and regulatory standards; assist in drafting SOPs, approval formats, and QC checklists for proposed production work.

· Coordinate with the TERI,



Gurugram facility through periodic visits for protocol alignment, QC validation, and reporting.

· Any other tasks as assigned by supervisors.
Experience

· 1–2 years of relevant hands-on experience in microbiology, microbial production and fermentation at large scale (preferred).

Qualifications

· B.Tech or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a related sciences discipline with a good academic record.

· Proven hands-on experience on the mentioned domains.

Skills & Competencies

· Hands-on experience in bacterial culturing, subculturing, and contamination control.

· Extensive knowledge of fermentation processes and practical experience at laboratory or pilot scale.

· Practical knowledge of growth curve analysis, inoculum standardization, and interpretation of microbial growth data.

· Familiarity with QC practices for microbial-based products (media preparation, sterility checks, record keeping).

· Understanding of biosafety, GLP, and basic regulatory compliance for biological inputs.

· Robust documentation, reporting, and data-recording skills.

· Ability to work in a production-oriented environment and coordinate with interdisciplinary group.

Location

· Bathinda, Punjab

· Periodic travel to TERI, Gurugram.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Research Associate (Fermentation) (India)
🏢 The Energy and Resources Institute
📍 India