Research Assistant – Microbiology/Biochemistry

PI Industries Ltd; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

PI Industries Ltd in Hyderabad is seeking a Research Assistant for Microbiology/Biochemistry. The role focuses on supporting laboratory and field-experiment activities, preparing planting material in open field/greenhouse, and assisting researchers in applications and related tasks.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture with up to 2 years of relevant experience and strong MS Office skills. English and local language abilities are desirable for effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture is required.
• Fresh graduate or 1–2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in microbiology/biochemistry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain microbial cultures, stock inventories, and sample records with traceability.
• Support routine microbiology, biochemistry, and bioassay activities.
• Ensure availability of consumables and reagents to avoid delays.
• Act as an ambassador of PI Brand.

Skills

Agriculture knowledge

MS Office

English

Local language

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture

Job description

Position Description

Location: Hyderabad

Business Division: Biologicals

Department: Biologicals

Location: Hyderabad

Position Title: Research Assistant – Microbiology/Biochemistry

Reporting To (Title): Team Lead Early Field Testing- Micro-plot Field Trials (Solid Line Reporting)

Level: A2-A3

Position Purpose

The Position is to support research scientists in conducting biological experiments/ field trials by preparing the planting material in open field/greenhouse. Assistant may also assist research scientists in making the applications and other associated activities.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Preparation of media, buffers, and reagents to support 20-30 experiments per month.
• Execution of autoclaving, sterilization, and laboratory maintenance activities with >95% compliance to SOPs.

Operational Responsibilities

• Maintenance of microbial cultures, stock inventories, and sample records with 100% traceability and documentation.
• Support routine microbiology, biochemistry, and bioassay activities, enabling timely completion of all scheduled experimental programs.
• Ensure availability of consumables and reagents, maintaining minimum stock levels with zero experimental delays due to material shortages.
• Act as a committed ambassador of PI Brand

Financial Responsibilities

Extend support Farm Management Executive (FME) and other functional team whenever require and demonstrate team work behaviour.

People Responsibilities

Remain at the cutting edge of knowledge required for the new A.I. discovery activity in crop protection through constant updating of personal knowledge and own skill-sets

Education Qualification

Bachelor degree in agriculture

Work Experience

• Fresh graduate or
• 1-2 years of experience in relevant field.

Industry to be Hired from

University /agriculture/ crop protection

Functional Competencies

• Strong expertise in agriculture, understanding challenges in agricultural sustainability and productivity.
• Good Computer Skills and proficiency in MS-Office.
• English and local language is desirable

Interaction Complexity and Team Work

Interaction

Frequency

Purpose of Interaction

Internal

Team Leader, Group Leader - Biologicals

As and when required

Planning work, discussing results, resolving doubts, seeking clarifications.

External

Vendors

As and when required

Technical discussions