Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Operations & Management

Plan, organize, and supervise day-to-day laboratory activities Ensure optimal utilization of laboratory space, equipment, and resources Schedule experiments, testing, and maintenance activities Maintain laboratory records, logs, and documentation
2. Equipment & Infrastructure Management

Oversee procurement, installation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments Ensure proper functioning of advanced biotech equipment (PCR, fermenters, HPLC, spectrophotometers, biosafety cabinets, etc.) Coordinate with vendors for service contracts and repairs
3. Quality Control & Compliance

Implement and monitor quality management systems (GLP, GMP, ISO, NABL, etc.) Ensure compliance with biosafety, bioethics, and regulatory guidelines Prepare laboratories for internal and external audits and inspections Maintain SOPs, protocols, and validation documents
4. Safety & Biosafety Management

Enforce laboratory safety rules and biosafety practices Manage biological waste disposal and chemical safety procedures Conduct safety training and risk assessments Ensure compliance with institutional biosafety committee (IBC) requirements
5. Inventory & Budget Management

Manage laboratory inventory of reagents, chemicals, consumables, and cultures Monitor stock levels and place orders to avoid shortages Prepare and manage laboratory budgets and cost controls Track expenditure and optimize resource utilization
6. Staff Supervision & Training

Supervise lab technicians, research assistants, and interns Assign tasks and monitor performance Train staff in laboratory techniques, SOPs, safety, and equipment usage Support student and researcher projects
7. Research & Technical Support

Provide technical expertise for experiments and troubleshooting Support R&D projects, product development, and method optimization Assist principal investigators, scientists, and students in experimental design Analyze and review experimental data when required
8. Documentation & Reporting

Maintain experimental records, lab notebooks, and digital databases Prepare technical reports, SOP updates, and compliance documentation Assist in grant reporting, regulatory submissions, and project reviews
Required Qualifications

Educational Background

MSc / MTech / PhD in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, or related fields

Experience

Typically 1-3 years of laboratory experience Prior experience in research labs, biotech industries, QC/QA labs, or clinical laboratories is preferred
Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of biotechnology techniques and instrumentation Laboratory management and organizational skills Understanding of regulatory standards (GLP, GMP, ISO, biosafety norms) Leadership and team management abilities Budgeting and inventory control skills Excellent documentation and communication skills Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Computer proficiency (LIMS, MS Office, data management software)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?10,000.00 - ?18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Flexible schedule Food provided Health insurance Provident Fund Work from home
Work Location: In person