Sustainable Agriculture

Job Profile

Applications are invited for the position of Project Associate (Pathologist) for a project titled Active Ingredient based Bionematicide & Bioinsecticide of microbial origin. The project is part of the Centre of Excellence with Chambhal Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited

Job Profile:
1. Experienced with the microbiological techniques and basic understanding working with entomopathogenic fungi
2. Carrying out cultivation and maintenance of different microbial cultures required in the project
3. Should be able to carry out the biochemical and microbiological assays as required
4. Inoculation of virus, bacteria, fungi, nematode & other pathogens in field, green house & growth chambers
5. Should be able to identify various disease symptoms in vegetable & row crops at various stages of crop growth & development in fields
6. Should be able to Identify the causal organisms
7. Should be able to collect routine data and prepare project report for various size research projects as per the project timelines

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Experience

2 - 3 Years

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Qualification

Master-s degree in any area of Plant Pathology- Agriculture pathology with good academic record.
2) 1-2-year experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations
Candidate who are selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests such as CSIR UGC NET or GATE (b) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions- will be preferred

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Skills

1. Should be able to work independently and in team to make sure project is on track
2. Exposure to farmer field condition is desirable
3. Hands-on knowledge of Microbiology techniques (cultivation of fungi and bacteria)- fermentation and downstream processing.
4. Highly motivated- solution-oriented- and a good team player

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Location

TERI-Gram

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Salary

As per industry standards

Please apply latest by February 23, 2025

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