Research Scientist Biology

PI Industries Ltd; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PI Industries Ltd. in PAN India seeks a Research Scientist Biology - Micro-plot Field Trials to lead high‑quality field studies and data analysis in agrochemistry.

You will drive biological efficacy assessments, coordinate multi-centre trials and contribute to IP protection. The role requires PhD or MSc in Agriculture (Plant Pathology/Entomology) with 2–5 years of post‑academic industrial research experience, knowledge of plant pathology, entomology, agronomy, and a results‑oriented,

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Agriculture (Plant Pathology/Entomology) from a reputed University / Institute.
• Knowledge of specific biological disciplines (e.g. Plant pathology, Entomology, Plant physiology, Agronomy).
• Post academic industrial research experience 2–5 years appreciated.
• Experience in multi-centre, multi-national environment.
• Successful track record.

Responsibilities

• Establish a state-of-the-art Field Research Station for microplot trials (skills and capabilities, technical facilities, operations and operational relationships).
• Conduct high quality field trials and data collection, analysis and reporting of results.
• Maintain rapport with local bodies, government agencies and research organisations for smooth operation of the field station.
• Organise required support from internal and external sources.
• Support other departments of PI CREAGRO and later phases with biology emphasis.
• Contribute and adhere to EHS standards.

Skills

Good experimentation skills

Analytical Skills

Job Knowledge

Education

PhD or MSc in Agriculture (Plant Pathology/Entomology)

Job description

Position DescriptionBusiness DivisionCreAgroDepartmentBiologyLocation:PAN IndiaPosition Title: Research Scientist Biology - Micro-plot Field TrialsReporting to (Title): Group Leader- Micro-plot Field TrialsLevel: E2-E4Position Purpose

• Contribute to the discovery and pre-development of innovative solutions in agrochemistry, namely new a.i.s for crop protection adding significant value to the business of PI
• Contribute to the delivery of a sustainable flow of development products on mid-term (>3 years)
• Contribute to the ensuring of IP protection

Strategic Responsibilities

• Active support of the philosophy, values and strategy of PI Industries
• Efficient contribution to the overall success of PI CREAGRO by driving innovation according to objectives and targets being set by the PI CREAGRO management team
• Fullfilling requirements from business (reflected in research targets), biology (reflected in biological efficacy profile)
• Support of Development functions within the frame of given expertise and resources, for instance reflected in requirement for human and environmental safety and for regulatory affairs
• Identifying proprietary research results and taking appropriate measures to maximize the value of intellectual property for PI CREAGRO (patent applications)
• Contribute to competitor intelligence
• Support GL & Head of Biology with special focus on personnel, target setting, development of strengths, building of knowhow, feedback and coaching

Operational Responsibilities

• Support establishing a state-of-the-art Field Research Station for microplot trials (skills and capabilities, technical facilities, operations and operational relationships)
• Conducting high quality field trials
• Data collection, documentation, analysing and reporting of all research results obtained within the area of responsibility
• Maintain excellent rapport with local bodies, governament agencies and research organisations for smooth operation of the field station
• Organising of all kind of required support from internal (PI) and external sources
• Support of other departments of PI CREAGRO and support of activities in later phases (>1) as required with specific emphasis on biology
• Contribute and adhere to all EHS standards of PI

Financial Responsibilities

• Contribute to budget proposals
• Contribute to budgetary controls within the area of responsibility

People Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth working of the department to maintain high morale of the workforce
• Continuously improve processes to ensure quality and efficiency
• Identify development needs of the team and take action to address the same
• Implement initiatives to build desired culture in the biology team
• Drive initiatives to become the employer of choice

Education Qualification

• PhD or MSc in Agriculture(Plant Pathology/ Entomology) from a reputed University / Institute
• Knowledge of specific biological disciplines (e. g. Plant pathology, Entomology, Plant physiology, Agronomy etc.)

Work Experience

• Post academic industrial research experience (2-5 years) appreciated
• Expert knowledge concerning Phytopathological & Entomological techniques, Agronomy, Field trials is appreciated
• Experience in working in multi-centre, multi-national environment
• Successful track record

Industry to be Hired from

• Agribusiness (Crop Protection/Seed/University)

Functional Competencies

• Job Knowledge
• Good experimentation skills
• Analytical Skills

Interaction Complexity and Team Work