Job Description: Microbiologist

Industry: Bio-Fertilizer / Bio-Pesticide / Agrochemical
Location: Sirsa, Haryana
Department: Quality Control / Laboratory
Experience: 3–8 Years (Relevant experience preferred)
Qualification: M.Sc. Microbiology / Biotechnology / Agricultural Microbiology or equivalent relevant qualification

Job Responsibilities
Perform microbiological testing of Raw Materials (RM), Semi-Finished Goods (SFG) and Finished Products.
Conduct CFU Count (Colony Forming Unit) and viable microbial count testing for bio-fertilizer products.
Perform microbial contamination and purity testing.
Handle microbial cultures, strain maintenance, media preparation and inoculation.
Conduct microbial identification and verify the presence of required microorganisms.
Perform quality testing of liquid and carrier-based bio-fertilizer formulations.
Monitor microbial growth, incubation conditions and culture viability.
Conduct shelf-life and stability studies to monitor microbial viability during storage.
Follow aseptic techniques, sterilization procedures and laboratory hygiene practices.
Operate laboratory instruments such as autoclave, laminar air flow, incubator, colony counter, microscope,



pH meter and analytical balance.
Maintain laboratory records, test reports, SOPs and testing documentation.
Ensure compliance with applicable FCO specifications, quality standards and laboratory procedures.
Coordinate with Production and Quality teams to investigate contamination, microbial count failures and product quality issues.
Support laboratory validation, corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.

Required Technical Skills
Microbial Culture Maintenance
CFU / Viable Cell Count
Microbial Contamination Testing
Media Preparation and Sterilization
Aseptic Techniques
Microbial Identification and Purity Testing
Bio-Fertilizer Quality Testing
Liquid and Carrier-Based Formulation Testing
Shelf-Life and Stability Testing
SOP Compliance and Laboratory Documentation

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in Bio-Fertilizer, Bio-Pesticide, Agricultural Microbiology, Microbial Formulations or related biotechnology manufacturing will be preferred.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Qc Microbiologist Sirsa (India)
🏢 MD Biocoals
📍 India