Research Associate

2 weeks ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India Kan Biosys Full time ₹ 6,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

Job Title Research Associate - Microbial fermentations and formulations (R & D)

Location – Dhayari & Pirangut Pune, Maharashtra

Qualifications – M. Sc. – Microbiology / Industrial Microbiology

Experience - 5 – 7 years relevant exp.

Pref Industry – Agri. Biotech / Bio Pesticide / Fertilizers/ FMCG / Agriculture

Key Skills -

  • Microbial Cultivation & Fermentation
  • Microbiology & Strain Handling
  • Bioprocess Analytics
  • Knowledge of fermentation kinetics and microbial physiology.
  • Familiarity with aseptic techniques, media formulation, and microbial growth monitoring.
  • High cell density fermentation, Media optimization, fed batch fermentation, Process development, Solid state fermentation
  • Experience in data recording and interpretation (Excel, Origin, or similar).
  • Understanding of scale-up concepts and bioprocess parameters is an advantage.
  • Understanding of agricultural microbial applications (biofertilizers, biocontrol agents, biostimulants).
  • Collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams (production, QA/QC, regulatory).
  • Documentation, report writing, and data management
  • Project planning and time management

Roles & Responsibilities-

Fermentation Process Optimization

  • Assist in planning and executing high cell density fermentation experiments for bacterial and fungal strains.
  • Prepare seed cultures, media, buffers, and sterilization of equipment for fermentation runs.
  • Monitor key parameters (pH, DO, temperature, agitation, aeration, substrate concentration, cell density, etc.).
  • Collect and analyze samples for biomass yield, metabolite production, viability, and spore count.
  • Support optimization of fermentation conditions (carbon/nitrogen sources, feeding strategies, inoculum size, etc.) for maximum yield and stability

Downstream and Quality Evaluation

  • Support harvesting, cell recovery, and formulation studies.
  • Conduct basic quality control assays such as CFU counts, OD measurements, microscopy, and dry cell weight determination.
  • Maintain accurate experimental data records and assist in report preparation.

Culture Maintenance and Strain Management

  • Maintain bacterial and fungal master cultures and working stocks.
  • Ensure aseptic handling and documentation of strain lineages and storage conditions.

Data Analysis and Documentation

  • Record fermentation parameters, analyze results using Excel or specialized software, and summarize outcomes.
  • Assist in preparing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, and internal technical reports.
  • Data organization and reporting to senior scientists or regulatory teams.

Collaboration and Safety

  • Work closely with R&D, QC, process engineers, and production teams.
  • Follow laboratory safety and biosafety guidelines for microbial work.
  • Contribute to maintaining clean and organized laboratory space.

About Us-

Kan Biosys is a specialized agri-biotech company working in the field of plant nutrition and pest management. With a vision to be pan India and then global Kan Biosys is committed to bring full plant potential to life by microbial inputs and precision agriculture.

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