Sustainable Agriculture

Research Associate


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


Experience

1 - 3 Years


Qualification

1) PhD 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


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


Location

TERI-Gram


Salary

60000-70000

Please apply latest by April 20, 2025