To provide hands-on experience in biotechnology applications within the biofuel sector, including microbial fermentation, feedstock analysis, and biodiesel conversion techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in
lab-scale experiments
for biodiesel production using microbial/enzymatic processes.
Conduct
biochemical analysis
of feedstocks (fats, oils, waste biomass).
Support in monitoring and optimizing
fermentation and transesterification
processes.
Participate in
quality testing
of biofuels (GC, pH, density, viscosity, etc.).
Record, analyze, and report data from lab and pilot-scale production.
Maintain proper lab safety and documentation protocols.
Learn and assist with
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
in biodiesel R&D and production.
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Background:
Pursuing/completed B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Tech, or M.Tech in
Biotechnology
,
Microbiology
,
Biochemical Engineering
, or related fields.
Preferred Skills:
Basic knowledge of microbial processes and biofuel production.
Understanding of laboratory instruments (GC, HPLC, spectrophotometer).
Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Team player with strong communication and documentation skills.
What You Will Learn:
Practical exposure to
biofuel production technologies
.
How
biotechnological principles
are applied in sustainable energy.
Hands-on experience with