Research Associate/ Sr. Research Associate/ Research Scientist-Downstream Process We are looking for a Scientist who will join our Downstream Process Development team. We are a team of interdisciplinary people with a background ranging from business to research and food science with an ambition to create a better world through sustainable food production system using cellular agriculture. The ideal candidate should share our vision and values as energetic, creative as well as self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset. What will you do? • • Design, planning, and execution of Downstream Process Development processes. Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate (1-3 years of experience), Research Scientist (4-7 years of experience). • • Be the subject matter authority for all the protein purification related processes and decisions. • • Serve as lead for a variety of projects tailored to advance continuously shifting company objectives related to production and purification of different proteins. • • Data analysis, interpretation, and communication of experimental results. • • Be a technical leader for process development and optimization of downstream recovery and purification, with expertise in a broad range of relevant unit operations and separations technologies. • • To maintain timely documentation of research and product development work. What makes you a great match for us? • • PhD or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Synthetic Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related discipline. Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate (1-3 years of experience), Research Scientist (4-7 years of experience). • • Design, implement, and optimize purification strategies to meet product design specifications. • • Purify proteins from bacterial and eukaryotic cell cultures, including cell rupture, lysate clarification, filtration/centrifugation, chromatography etc. • • Knowledge and experience of protein structure, functionality and biochemistry. • • Perform in-process contaminant profiling and analytical testing. • • Hands-on mentality with I can-do attitude. • • Passionate about food, health, sustainability and climate goals. What you can expect from us? • • Accelerate your career with an early-stage start-up. • • Plenty of new learning opportunities to innovate every single day. • • Competitive pay and flexible working hours. • • Long-term wealth creation opportunity. Job location? • • Surat, India. How to apply? • roopal.baraiya@zerocowfactory.com Show more Show less

We are seeking enthusiastic and driven candidates to join our Molecular Biology & Strain Engineering team. As an interdisciplinary group with expertise spanning research, business, and food science, we are committed to revolutionizing sustainable food production through cellular agriculture . If you are innovative, proactive, and entrepreneurial —with a passion for leveraging molecular biology to make a meaningful impact—we’d love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities Utilize molecular biology techniques to engineer strains for protein expression in bacterial and yeast host systems. Design and conduct experiments, actively contributing to hypothesis testing and optimization. Perform high-throughput screening to identify clones with enhanced protein expression levels and yields. Conduct thorough molecular analysis of transformants to ensure quality and functionality. Identify, apply, and innovate new molecular tools for strain development. Independently design, execute, and analyse experiments. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Fermentation & DSP ) to optimize expression strains for enhanced protein functionality . Maintain accurate documentation of research, findings, and product development efforts. Ideal Candidate Profile Educational Background: PhD or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Synthetic Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry , or related fields. o Experience Requirements: o Research Scientist: 3+ years of experience o Senior Research Associate: 1–3 years of experience o Research Associate: 6 months – 1 year of experience Strong expertise and passion for molecular cloning and strain improvement techniques . Experience with protein expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic hosts ( bacteria & yeast ). Eagerness to develop innovative strategies for strain engineering and collaborate with team members. Knowledge of protein expression, bioprocessing, and protein analysis techniques (a plus). Passionate about food science, health, sustainability, and climate-focused innovation . What We Offer Career Acceleration within an early-stage startup. Continuous Learning Opportunities in a highly innovative environment. Competitive Compensation and flexible working hours . Long-term Growth Potential and wealth creation opportunities. Location 📍 Surat, India How to apply? hr@zerocowfactory.com Show more Show less