Research Executive (RCPL)– Cell Culture & Molecular Biology

StrainX Biotech; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopatrika in Bangalore is seeking a Research Executive (RCPL)– Cell Culture & Molecular Biology to strengthen our in vitro capabilities. The role demands hands-on mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques and rigorous data interpretation, with ownership from planning to reporting. You should have a Ph.D.

(preferred) or M.Sc. in Biotechnology related field and 3–5 years of industrial or academic experience, with proven experience in qPCR and western blotting, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial or academic research in cell culture and molecular biology.
• Experience optimizing and validating cell biology experiments such as qPCR and Western blotting.
• Ph.D. preferred or M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Biochemistry or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Technical competence: Hands-on skills in mammalian cell culture, functional cell-based assays and molecular biology techniques; rigour in day-to-day experimentation.
• Troubleshooting ability: Identify experimental challenges, investigate root causes and develop corrective strategies.
• Work ethic and drive: Commitment, urgency, perseverance and accountability in delivering research outcomes.
• Self-driven attitude: Proactive learning, problem solving and ownership of research activities.
• Scientific thinking: Interpret literature, identify gaps and formulate testable hypotheses.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

qPCR

Western blotting

Education

Ph.D. (preferred)

M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Biochemistry

Job description

Job Description Research Executive (RCPL)– Cell Culture & Molecular Biology Location – Bangalore

Required Skills & Qualifications

Ph.D. (preferred) or M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry or related disciplines. Minimum 3–5 years of industrial or academic research experience in cell culture and molecular biology and must have optimised and validated cell biology experiments like qPCR and western blotting.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated, scientifically curious and technically proficient buddy to strengthen our Cell Biology and In Vitro Research capabilities. The role requires an individual who combines strong practical laboratory skills with scientific reasoning and the ability to independently translate scientific literature into testable hypotheses and well-designed experimental studies. The ideal candidate should be passionate about research, possess an excellent work ethic and demonstrate the ability to take complete ownership of experimental activities, from planning to execution, data interpretation and scientific reporting. The candidate is expected to proactively identify research opportunities, troubleshoot experimental challenges and consistently deliver high-quality, reproducible research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical competence: Excellent hands‑on skills in mammalian cell culture, functional cell‑based assays and molecular biology techniques. Rigour in day to day experimentation.
• Troubleshooting ability: Strong analytical skills to identify experimental challenges, investigate root causes and develop corrective strategies.
• Work ethic and drive: Exceptional commitment, urgency, perseverance and accountability in delivering research outcomes.
• Self‑driven attitude: Proactive approach to learning, problem‑solving and taking ownership of research activities.
• Scientific thinking: Ability to independently conceptualise, interpret scientific literature, identify research gaps and formulate testable hypotheses.

Key Expectation

M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry or related disciplines. Minimum 3–5 years of industrial or academic research experience in cell culture and molecular biology and must have optimised and validated cell biology experiments like qPCR and western blotting.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated, scientifically curious and technically proficient buddy to strengthen our Cell Biology and In Vitro Research capabilities. The role requires an individual who combines strong practical laboratory skills with scientific reasoning and the ability to independently translate scientific literature into testable hypotheses and well‑designed experimental studies. The ideal candidate should be passionate about research, possess an excellent work ethic and demonstrate the ability to take complete ownership of experimental activities, from planning to execution, data interpretation and scientific reporting. The candidate is expected to proactively identify research opportunities, troubleshoot experimental challenges and consistently deliver high‑quality, reproducible research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical competence: Excellent hands‑on skills in mammalian cell culture, functional cell‑based assays and molecular biology techniques. Rigour in day to day experimentation.
• Troubleshooting ability: Strong analytical skills to identify experimental challenges, investigate root causes and develop corrective strategies.
• Work ethic and drive: Exceptional commitment, urgency, perseverance and accountability in delivering research outcomes.
• Self‑driven attitude: Proactive approach to learning, problem‑solving and taking ownership of research activities.
• Scientific thinking: Ability to independently conceptualise, interpret scientific literature, identify research gaps and formulate testable hypotheses.

Key Expectation

The candidate should be capable of translating scientific knowledge into practical research solutions by identifying relevant biological opportunities, designing and executing fit‑for‑purpose experiments, and generating reliable data to support ingredient screening, efficacy validation and product development. The individual should demonstrate independent thinking, strong experimental ownership and the ability to translate research outcomes into tangible innovations.