About Us: At The Fungamental Company, we're at the pioneering front of mycology research and the cultivation of specialty mushrooms. Join us as we carve out the future of mycology. Key Responsibilities: Operations: Oversee and develop floor plans ensuring optimal space utilization and efficient production flow. Lead production planning initiatives to ensure timely and efficient output. Manage procurement processes, ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of necessary resources. Marketing: Execute and analyze promotional experiments, both online and offline. Design and lead initial marketing campaigns to boost brand visibility and product uptake. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive marketing initiatives. Special Projects: Work directly with the CEO on special projects, providing research, insights, and hands-on support. Coordinate with both remote and onsite teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on time. Act as a bridge between various departments, ensuring streamlined communication and project implementation. Ideal Candidate: Experience: Prior experience in operations and marketing, especially in a startup or fast-paced environment. Curiosity: An inquisitive nature, always looking to learn and understand more. Drive: Determined, proactive, and eager to make a tangible impact. Action-oriented: A demonstrable bias for action. When you see a problem, you work to solve it. Passion: Interest in science, particularly mycology, is a plus. If you're conservation-oriented, we consider that a bonus. Travel: Willingness to travel up to 7 days a month to Bangalore, Goa, or Mumbai. Communication: Excellent communication skills with an ability to articulate complex ideas simply. Adaptability: As a startup, we evolve rapidly. The ability to adapt to new roles and challenges is crucial. What We Offer: A chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of mycology. Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunity to travel and immerse in different cultures and work environments. A platform to innovate, learn, and grow. How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your interest in this role and relevant experience to renuka.figueiredo@gaiaconnect.com. Use the subject line "Business Operations Lead Application - [Your Name]". We look forward to exploring this journey with you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to ₹600,000.00 per year Benefits: Health insurance Schedule: Day shift Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Dod Ballapur, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 01/07/2025

Job Title: Junior Production Coordinator (TFC) Location : Bashettyhalli, Bangalore Required Qualification &Experience Graduate in Botany or Biological Sciences. At least 1-2-year full-time experience. Overall purpose of the Role: The primary purpose of this role is to support the smooth and efficient operation of the production process. This includes managing lab instruments, maintaining accurate logs, and ensuring proper inventory control. The role also ensures a clean, organized, and safe working environment, while overseeing lab helpers to maintain productivity and consistency in daily operations. Key Responsibilities: Production Management: Assisting the other technicians/seniors with their production work and experiments. Assisting seniors in troubleshooting work. Providing status information on instruments and materials regularly used to the asset/inventory manager. Tracking the usage of lab instruments by other lab people. Maintaining the usage of the chemical log sheet daily. Keeping track of the material, glassware, and plasticware that enters and exits the inventory and production unit, as well as the instrument logbook. Monitoring the work of the helpers. Maintain regular cleanliness and arrange the materials in the lab yourself or through helpers. Maintaining cleanliness and systematic arrangement of materials inside the laboratory. Cost and Quality Management: - Ensure cost and production targets are met. - Minimize wastage and supervise process maintenance. - Meet quality specifications and targets. Best Practices Implementation: Implement best practices in the production systems. Train shop floor workers on quality norms and ensure adherence to set standards work in place. Additional Skills: - Proficiency in MS Office / Google Suite - Organizational and leadership abilities - Experience with various manufacturing machinery and tools preferred. - Problem-solving skills Other information At Gaiagen, we are designing and developing new biological alternatives to chemicals. We are looking out for Candidates with great dedication and passion to work on projects which are helpful in delivering smart effective and sustainable pest management solutions. Equality Statement Gaiagen is committed to building a diverse workplace. We invite applications from all persons, irrespective of gender, disabilities, and members of religious minorities groups who can contribute through their experience to the diversity and effectiveness of our workplace. Equality and diversity are core to our values as an organization. Staff members are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to colleagues from different backgrounds, and value and respect their work. Conflict of Interest Public or other activity, affiliation to or support for any group or organization, personal association or other factor which may generate a real or perceived conflict of interest with our principles of independence and impartiality, or raise a security concern, or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out key functions of the specific post and would therefore disqualify the candidate from being appointed. Selection Process 1. Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications, skills, and experience 2. Telephonic interview 3. Case Study (optional) 4. Face to face interview Position Details Division: TFC Location: Bashettyhalli, Bangalore Benefits: Annual CTC up to INR 3.5 Lacs per annum. Mediclaim insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children 1.5 Lakh per annum. For any queries, email to harina.ks@gaiaconnect.com. Job Type: Full-time Ability to commute/relocate: Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 18/08/2025

Designation Overall purpose of the Role: The Trainee Engineer role supports design, sourcing, testing, and documentation activities across electrical and mechanical projects. The position provides hands-on experience with tools like AutoCAD and MS Office, while building technical and teamwork skills. The trainee will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and timely project execution. This role offers a strong foundation for growth by encouraging continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies. Qualifications and Desired Competencies BE / B.Tech – preferably in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical & Electronics. Basic understanding of electrical/mechanical systems, components, and design principles. Familiarity with relevant software, mainly AutoCAD and MS Office. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes. Key Responsibilities: Design and Development: Assist in creating electrical designs, including one-line diagrams, schematics, and layouts, using relevant software like AutoCAD. Sourcing and Procurement: Support the sourcing team by gathering quotes, analyzing supplier proposals, and participating in negotiations. Testing and Troubleshooting: Participate in testing and troubleshooting electrical systems and components, ensuring they meet performance and safety requirements. Project Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, project managers, and other engineers, to support project execution. Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, related to design, sourcing, and testing. Quality and Safety: Adhere to quality and safety standards throughout the design, sourcing, and testing processes. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in electrical/mechanical /electronics engineering, design, and sourcing Communication: Communicate effectively with team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Preventive Maintenance / Spare handling – Properly maintain the documents related to the preventive maintenance and preparing the monthly stock report. Equality Statement: Gaiagen is committed to building a diverse workplace. We invite applications from all persons, irrespective of gender, disabilities, and members of religious minorities groups who can contribute through their experience to the diversity and effectiveness of our workplace. Equality and diversity are core to our values as an organization. Staff members are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to colleagues from different backgrounds, and value and respect their work. Conflict of Interest: Public or other activity, affiliation to or support for any group or organization, personal association or other factor which may generate a real or perceived conflict of interest with our principles of independence and impartiality, or raise a security concern, or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out key functions of the specific post and would therefore disqualify the candidate from being appointed. Selection Process: Shortlisting of candidates based on skills and experience Telephonic interview Face to face interview Position Details Division : Instrumentation & Maintenance. Location : Bangalore (No. 36/2, Sriramanahalli, Near Rajankunte, Off Dodballapur Road, Bangalore 562163. Terms of Appointment - This is a one-year traineeship program. Upon successful completion, candidates may be considered for absorption into the organization based on their performance during the traineeship and the availability of suitable openings. Benefits : Annual CTC upto 3 LPA, Mediclaim insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children, up to INR Up to 1.5 Lacs per annum. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to ₹350,000.00 per year Benefits: Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund Ability to commute/relocate: Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 10/08/2025