Process Microbiologist

Vitaliz Biosciences JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Process Microbiologist

NOTE: This document is an outline of the primary tasks assigned and may be changed at the discretion of the management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. All team members are expected to assist Vitaliz in achieving its goals even if such tasks are beyond the scope of this outline. The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the management as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Position Overview:

This position requires to manage the microbiological process from isolation to inoculum preparation, as well as lead in-house research and development (R&D) activities. This role requires a strong foundation in microbiological techniques and a hands-on approach to optimizing and scaling microbial cultures for production purposes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform microbiological isolation and culturing of microorganisms from raw materials, environmental samples, and production samples.

2. Maintain microbial cultures, ensuring their viability, purity, and consistency for downstream applications.

3. Prepare inoculums for industrial-scale fermentations or other production processes, ensuring optimal microbial growth conditions.

4. Lead and conduct R&D activities to optimize microbial culture processes, including refining growth conditions, media formulation, and scaling protocols.

5. Develop and improve microbial strains for industrial use, focusing on increasing their efficiency, yield, and suitability for manufacturing processes.

6. Monitor microbial growth, analyze microbial behavior, and apply this knowledge to enhance production and process efficiency.

7. Implement and maintain aseptic techniques, laboratory cleanliness, and quality control to ensure the highest standards of microbiological results.

8. Document experimental protocols, results, and methodologies in a clear and precise manner, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.

9. Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to the production team regarding microbiological-related issues.

10. Conduct data analysis, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to management.

11. Continuously review and evaluate the effectiveness of microbial processes, recommending improvements based on R&D findings.

Qualifications/Competencies/Position Requirements:

• Master's degree in Microbiology or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Industrial Microbiology or similar role within the Functional Foods / Nutraceutical industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of microbial isolation, culture maintenance, Taxonomy, inoculum preparation and process optimization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented, with good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.

Education and Experience:

• Msc – Microbiology with minimum of 3 years of experience in Industrial Microbiology laboratory

Travel:

• Ability to travel as required by role.

Location:

• Trivandrum

Remuneration:

• As per industry. Will consider higher for deserving candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹360,000.00 - ₹480,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to work on shift basis ?
• Do you have a degree in Microbiology or a related field (e.g., B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Microbiology)? If yes, please specify your educational qualifications.
• How many years of experience do you have working with microbial isolation, culturing, and maintenance? Can you describe the types of microorganisms you’ve worked with in previous roles (e.g., bacteria, fungi, yeast)?
• Have you been responsible for preparing microbial inoculums for large-scale production or fermentation processes? Can you describe the steps you take to ensure inoculum preparation is optimal for scaling?
• What experience do you have in optimizing microbial culture conditions or media formulation to enhance microbial growth or productivity? How do you assess and monitor microbial growth during a process?
• Are you willing to join us at Trivandrum?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microbiology: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 31/08/2025