Research Scientist- Profiling

Position Description

Position Purpose

Strategic Responsibilities

• Support actively the philosophy, values and strategy of PI Industries.
• Support the team leader in –
  • Contributing efficiently to the overall success of Biologicals R&D by driving innovation according to objectives and targets being set by the management team.
  • Selecting microbes and biomolecules as candidates for development to fill portfolio gap and meet market needs
• Engage in internal and external forums and professional networks to stay updated and enhance expertise.

Operational Responsibilities

• In planta studies with microorganisms and biomolecules under controlled conditions (growth chamber and greenhouse), for their activity (crop protection / crop growth / nutrient use efficiency / abiotic stress management) & crop safety.
• Organize and carry out mass production of plants for the experiments
• Grow plants as a service for the BPPS team
• Organize and carry out mass production of biotroph pathogens for various experiments.
• Ensure the growth chambers & greenhouses maintain the required temperature, humidity & light and are contamination free.
• Operate Generation-III spraying chambers & seed treatment machines
• Procure material for in vivo studies, such as seeds, growing media, pots labels.
• Evaluate plant-microbe interactions for selected candidates.
• Establish visual and/or automated assessment techniques (e.g. phenotyping) for both microbes and biomolecules.
• Analyze and interpret research findings for dissemination.
• Follow documentation standards and update timesheets and progress trackers as needed.
• Participate in all department meetings and present data results clearly using relevant visuals and concise summaries
• Ensure seamless coordination with the team leader & project manager to achieve project goals effectively
• Adhere to all safety / information security / quality norms related to research procedures
• Drive continuous project improvement by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing enhancements.
• Engage in internal and external forums and professional networks to stay updated and enhance expertise.

Financial Responsibilities

• Participate in department budget development and support Team Leader Profiling to prepare budget.
• Ensure operation within the allocated financial resources.

People Responsibilities

Education Qualification

Work Experience

• Masters with 8-10 years of experience;
• PhD with 5-8 years of experience

Industry to be Hired from

Functional Competencies

Interaction Complexity and Team Work