Senior Microbiologist

JRoles & Responsibilities

• Laboratory Management & Testing
• Supervise daily operations of the microbiology laboratory.
• Conduct microbiological analysis of feed, water, litter, and environmental samples to monitor poultry health.
• Perform culture techniques, pathogen isolation (Salmonella, E. coli, Clostridium, etc.), and sensitivity testing.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity and quality assurance standards.
• Disease Diagnosis & Monitoring
• Support farm teams in identifying bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.
• Analyze samples from birds (blood, feces, swabs, organs) for disease detection.
• Maintain disease surveillance records and generate trend analysis reports.
• Quality Control & Assurance
• Monitor hygiene standards in hatcheries, breeder farms, and feed mills.
• Validate and verify sanitation programs, disinfectants, and vaccination efficiency.
• Implement Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ensure ISO/ NABL compliance (if applicable).
• Research & Development
• Develop improved diagnostic techniques and innovative solutions for disease prevention.
• Collaborate with nutritionists and veterinarians to study probiotics, antibiotics alternatives, and gut health.
• Work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) monitoring and recommend safe practices.
• Training & Guidance
• Train junior microbiologists, technicians, and farm staff on sample collection, handling, and testing protocols.
• Provide technical support to production, quality, and veterinary teams.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare detailed microbiology test reports and submit to management.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure timely communication of critical findings.
• Assist in audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Biosecurity & Farm Support
• Advise on farm-level biosecurity practices to reduce microbial load.
• Regular farm visits for monitoring microbial contamination risks.
• Support vaccination programs with microbial safety checks.

Qualifications and Skills

BSC or MSC Microbilogy

Lab experience in Poultry lab.

Thorough knowledge in poultry microbiological lab work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹360, ₹400,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person