We are looking for a skilled and motivated BSF (Black Soldier Fly) Breeding Specialist / Entomologist to manage insect life cycle operations, optimize breeding and egg production, and improve colony productivity. The ideal candidate will have a robust foundation in entomology, insect reproduction, mass rearing, and controlled-environment breeding systems.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the complete Black Soldier Fly (BSF) life cycle, from egg to adult and subsequent generations.

- Monitor and optimize adult mating, oviposition, egg production, and hatching rates.

- Design and implement conventional breeding programs to improve colony productivity and performance.

- Monitor colony health, reproductive efficiency, and consistency through experimental and scientific approaches.

- Develop, implement, and standardize SOPs for BSF breeding, insect rearing, and production scale-up.

- Maintain colony health, biosecurity, hygiene, and quality control standards.

- Conduct experiments to evaluate breeding performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

- Maintain accurate experimental records, production data, and technical reports.

- Train and guide technical staff in breeding, rearing, and colony management procedures.

Educational Qualifications

- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Insect Science, Applied Biology, Biology, Biotechnology,



or a related life science discipline.

- Ph.D. candidates in relevant disciplines are also encouraged to apply.

Experience Required

- For B.Sc./M.Sc. candidates: 2–5 years of relevant experience in insect mass rearing, insect breeding, or biocontrol agent production.

- For Ph.D. candidates: 0–1 year of relevant industry or research experience.

Preferred Skills & Expertise

- Hands-on experience with Black Soldier Fly (BSF) or other Dipteran insects.

- Strong understanding of insect life cycles, reproduction, mating behaviour, and oviposition.

- Experience in insect mass rearing and controlled-environment rearing systems.

- Familiarity with breeding experiments, colony monitoring, and productivity optimization.

- Basic knowledge of molecular techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR, and strain monitoring.

- Ability to develop SOPs, maintain scientific records, and prepare technical reports.

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Practical, research-oriented, and comfortable working in an insect breeding and production environment.

- Strong observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and coordinate with technical and production teams.

- Willingness to work on-site at the Dhar facility.

Pay: Up to ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 BSF Breeding Specialist / Entomologist (Dhar)
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