Scientist-B (Fermentation)

Biopatrika; Mumbai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Privi Biotechnologies Pvt. Ltd. in Navi Mumbai (Nerul) invites applications for a Scientist-B (Fermentation). The role requires an MSc/MTech in Biotechnology or related fields and 4–6 years of fermentation experience, with hands-on bench-to-pilot scale-up exposure.

You will lead pilot plant operations, optimize process parameters, and ensure adherence to SOPs and GMP standards while coordinating materials, CIP/SIP, and equipment logs.

Qualifications

• MSc/MTech in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
• 4–6 years of fermentation experience.
• Experience in bench-to-pilot scale-up.
• Knowledge of GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute bench-to-pilot scale-up and run experimental batches.
• Optimize process parameters and troubleshoot variations.
• Ensure SOPs and safety procedures are followed.
• Prepare BMRs, batch sheets, SOPs, and equipment logs.
• Coordinate raw materials, CIP/SIP, cleaning and line clearance.
• Monitor equipment and supervise trainees/operators.

Skills

Fermentation

Microbiology

Analytical skills

Communication

GMP compliance

Education

MSc/MTech in Biotechnology or related field

Tools

Fermentation equipment

Job description

Scientist-B (Fermentation)

Privi Biotechnologies Pvt. Ltd. is looking for an experienced fermentation scientist to independently lead pilot plant scale-up operations.

Location: Nerul, Navi Mumbai

Qualification: M.Sc/M.Tech – Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology

Experience: 4–6 Years

Reporting to: Deputy Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Execute bench-to-pilot scale-up, experimental and validation batches
• Optimize process parameters and troubleshoot batch/process variations
• Ensure execution of SOPs, process instructions and safety procedures
• Prepare and maintain BMRs, batch sheets, SOPs and equipment logbooks
• Coordinate raw materials, CIP/SIP, cleaning and line-clearance activities
• Monitor equipment, coordinate maintenance, and supervise trainees/operators

Key Skills

• Microbiology techniques – distillation, microfiltration, chromatography
• Hands-on fermenter handling (R&D and pilot scale)
• Strong analytical and instrument-handling skills
• Communication and cross-functional coordination
• Problem-solving mindset; comfort working under GMP standards