PI Industries is hiring for the position of Research Scientist – Ecotoxicology in its Human and Environmental Safety (HES) Division at Udaipur, Rajasthan. The role focuses on planning, conducting, analysing, and reporting regulatory and exploratory ecotoxicology studies involving aquatic and terrestrial organisms. Candidates with experience in ecotoxicology, GLP CROs, and OECD or OCSPP regulatory guidelines are suited to this position.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | PI Industries |
| Job Title | Research Scientist – Ecotoxicology |
| Department | Research & Development |
| Division | Human and Environmental Safety (HES) |
| Job Location | Udaipur, Rajasthan |
| Experience | 5–8 years |
| Qualification | M.Sc. / Ph.D. |
| Industry | Fertilizers, Pesticides and Agrochemicals |
| Employment Type | Full-time, Permanent |
| Openings | 2 |
Positions Available
PI Industries has 2 openings for the Research Scientist – Ecotoxicology position in Udaipur.
Job Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be responsible for the following activities:
- Plan, design, and conduct regulatory and exploratory ecotoxicology studies on aquatic and terrestrial organisms, including fish, daphnia, earthworms, and honeybees.
- Maintain laboratory stock cultures of test organisms according to OECD and other applicable guidelines.
- Prepare media, reagents, and test solutions, and manage laboratory instruments, calibration, and maintenance.
- Develop and validate study protocols and experimental models.
- Analyse and interpret experimental data and prepare technical summaries and reports in compliance with GLP and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure adherence to laboratory procedures.
- Supervise and train research associates and laboratory technicians.
- Review study plans and reports from external Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and coordinate study execution.
- Maintain electronic data, technical records, and documentation in accordance with internal systems and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with internal IT teams to support secure data management.
- Conduct scientific presentations, training sessions, and demonstrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explain ecotoxicological endpoints and study results.
- Ensure compliance with safety, ISO, and OHSAS standards.
- Participate in departmental audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications
Candidates applying for the Research Scientist – Ecotoxicology role at PI Industries should meet the following requirements:
- Educational qualification: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Toxicology, Environmental Sciences, Zoology, Fisheries, or Life Sciences.
- Work experience: 5–8 years of experience in ecotoxicology, preferably with GLP CROs.
- Technical background: Hands-on experience conducting ecotoxicology studies involving aquatic and terrestrial organisms.
- Regulatory knowledge: Understanding of OECD and OCSPP guidelines applicable to ecotoxicity testing.
Required Skills
Applicants should possess the following skills and competencies:
- Ecotoxicology and toxicology.
- Aquatic and terrestrial toxicity testing.
- Knowledge of OECD and OCSPP regulatory guidelines.
- Experimental data analysis and interpretation.
- Scientific writing and technical report preparation.
- GLP documentation and SOP management.
- Laboratory management and instrument handling.
- Electronic data management systems; experience with LIMS is preferred.
- Research team supervision and training.
- Cross-functional coordination and scientific communication.