Job Description UPL Ltd.'s Natural Plant Protection (NPPL) Ltd, business unit in Bengaluru offers natural and biological solutions to enhance crop resilience and protection, improve nutrition, and support soil health for growers. Job title: Research Associate - Microbiology Job location: Bengaluru/ Thane Reports To : R&D Head Position Type: Full-time We are seeking an innovative R&D Microbiologist – Fermentation to drive the early-stage discovery, optimization, and scaling of our microbial fermentation processes. In this role, you will design and execute experiments at the bench and pilot scale to develop high-yield microbial strains, optimize media formulations, and establish robust bioprocesses. You will bridge the gap between discovery biology and scalable engineering, transforming laboratory concepts into viable industrial workflows. Key Responsibilities 1. Strain Engineering & Media Optimization Screen and select high-performing bacterial, yeast, or fungal strains for targeted met...