Metabolic Engineer - Trainee/ Intern

Samnan Chemicals; Kalyan-Dombivli; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Samnan Chemicals is seeking a Metabolic Engineer - Trainee to join the R&D lab in Dombivli, Thane. The role involves hands-on work in metabolic engineering, cloning, and strain assessment under supervision.

The candidate should have up-to-date education in bioengineering or related fields and be eager to learn and contribute to project milestones. No prior experience required; strong teamwork and communication are valued.

Qualifications

• Education: M.Tech or M.Sc in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience: Fresher.
• Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, Effective communication and teamwork skill.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular cloning and genome editing techniques for strain construction.
• Execute genetic engineering workflows; construct plasmids and perform genomic integrations.
• Conduct strain validation assays: phenotypic profiling, growth kinetics analysis, and genetic stability testing.
• Perform metabolite quantification and strain characterization.
• Support strain screening campaigns. Conduct comparative analysis of engineered strains vs. parent strains; troubleshoot genetic construct performance.
• Maintain detailed lab records; prepare technical reports and experimental documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

M.Tech or M.Sc in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Metabolic Engineer - Trainee

Location : Dombivli, Thane

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Perform molecular cloning and genome editing techniques for strain construction

Execute genetic engineering workflows; construct plasmids and perform genomic integrations

Conduct strain validation assays: phenotypic profiling, growth kinetics analysis, and genetic stability testing

Perform metabolite quantification and strain characterization

Support strain screening campaigns. Conduct comparative analysis of engineered strains vs. parent strains; troubleshoot genetic construct performance

Maintain detailed lab records; prepare technical reports and experimental documentation

Participate in literature reviews and technology evaluation to support metabolic engineering strategy

Comply with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: M.Tech or M.Sc in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Experience: Fresher.

Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, Effective communication and teamwork skill.