Research And Development Scientist

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Ecovia Labs – Research and Development Scientist (Full-Time, Navi Mumbai)

About Ecovia Labs


Ecovia Labs is a sustainability-focused company based in Navi Mumbai. We are developing next-generation biodegradable materials as alternatives to Styrofoam and plastics. Our mission is to combine biotechnology and engineering to create eco-friendly products that scale globally.


Role Overview

Research and Development Scientist


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on microbial/fungal growth and substrate optimization
  • Perform aseptic techniques and sterilisation (e.g., autoclave) for lab-scale experiments
  • Develop and maintain SOPs and lab documentation
  • Support quality testing of material properties (strength, durability, moisture resistance)
  • Contribute to process optimisation and early-stage scale-up initiatives
  • Collaborate with the engineering team on automation and efficiency improvements


Requirements (Must-Have)

  • B.Sc./B.Tech/M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Biochemical Engineering
  • 1–5 years of hands-on experience with microbial or fungal cultures
  • Proficiency in aseptic techniques and sterilisation methods
  • Authorised to work in India and available for on-site work in Navi Mumbai


Preferred (Good-to-Have)

  • Experience in growth media/substrate optimisation
  • Exposure to biomaterials, process engineering, or QA/QC
  • Strong interest in sustainability and industrial applications


What We Offer

  • Opportunity to be part of an early-stage R&D team building cutting-edge sustainable materials
  • A clear growth path toward lab management and industrial scale-up within 1–2 years
  • Professional development in both research and process innovation
  • A collaborative startup environment focused on innovation and impact


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