Job Description

Position Description Business Division: PI Enzyme & Fermentation Technology Department: Bioprocess Level: E1-E4 Reporting to (Title): Team Leader - Bioprocess Position Purpose The role holder shall report to the team leader and shall perform research activities viz. Scale up and Process development for enzyme production (upstream) and processing (downstream) with an aim of adding significant value to the business of PI. Strategic Responsibilities Operational Responsibilities Research Activities Assist and develop cost effective upstream and downstream processes development Monitor process profiles as per process requirements and build relevant documentation Documentation Record/maintain batch records and perform for reproducible results Process Adherance & improvements Adhere to all safety / information security / quality norms related to research procedures. Participate in process improvement inititatives under direction of Head Enzyme & Fermentation. Knowledge Management Participate in knowledge management initiatives by contributing to KM portal. Contribute to competitor intelligence through secondary research, participation in internal / external forums, professional organizational networks. Identify and utilize best practices in formulation development. Reporting Update timesheets / progress trackers and submit to supervisor as directed. Financial Responsibilities People Responsibilities Lead own professional development through continuous learning and development initiatives within and outside the organization. Collaborate with team members and cross functional teams to ensure meeting research objectives. Education Qualification Ph.D/ M.Tech/ M.S/ B.Tech in Biotechnology / Chemical engineering from reputed universities / institutions from India/Abroad. Work Experience 2-3 years of post-academic industrial research experience Industry to be Hired from Agro Chemical / Pharma / Research Universities or Institutes Functional Competencies Downstream operations in fermentation such as homogenization, microfiltration, ultrafiltration and lyophilisation Exposure and experience in fermentation operation involving bacteria, yeast, fungal and mammalian systems Excellent clinical and laboratory skills including knowledge of lab procedures (experience in handling of microbials highly appreciated), equipment and protocols. Interaction Complexity and Team Work Interaction Frequency Purpose of Interaction Internal : Team Leader , Group Leader, Head - Enzyme, HR , Finance As and when required Planning work, discussing results of experiments, resolving doubts, seeking clarifications on policies, reimbursement claims.