Latest Microbiology MSc Vacancies at Aamikza Biotechnology Pvt. Ltd
Job Title: Senior Fermentation Scientist – Dairy Starter Cultures
Location: Baramati, Pune
Company: Aamikza Biotechnology Pvt. Ltd.
Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per month
Experience: 2 Years
Position Overview:
Aamikza Biotechnology is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fermentation Scientist specializing in dairy starter cultures to join our innovative team in Baramati, Pune. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and optimizing microbial fermentation processes focused on the cultivation and application of lactic acid bacteria for dairy fermentation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable food biotechnology in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, execute, and analyze lab-scale fermentation experiments involving lactic acid bacteria (LAB) to optimize growth performance, acidification profiles, etc.
- Develop scalable and reproducible fermentation protocols for the production of high-quality dairy starter cultures.
- Experience of large-scale bioreactor operation is expected.
- Collaborate closely with downstream processing, quality control, and analytical teams to ensure seamless process integration.
- Monitor critical fermentation parameters (pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen, etc.) and troubleshoot deviations in microbial performance.
- Implement novel strategies such as co-culture systems, adaptive evolution, or prebiotic supplementation to improve starter culture robustness and functionality.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of experimental data, and present results to R&D leadership and other stakeholders.
- Stay informed of emerging trends in dairy fermentation, microbial biotechnology, and process optimization.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Microbiology, Dairy Science, Biochemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in microbial fermentation, ideally involving lactic acid bacteria or dairy fermentations.
- Strong understanding of microbial physiology, metabolic pathways of LAB, and industrial starter culture development.
- Hands-on experience with bioreactors, fermenters, and process monitoring systems.
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and microbial quality assurance standards.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, innovation-driven mindset.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Capacity to manage multiple fermentation development projects in parallel and meet key milestones.
- Passion for contributing to sustainable food systems through applied microbiology.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Be part of an international effort to develop next-generation dairy cultures for a healthier and more sustainable future.
- Access to state-of-the-art fermentation labs and pilot-scale facilities.
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and specialization.
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