Join the UKHI Team
Be Part of the Sustainable Materials Revolution
At UKHI, we are transforming how the world thinks about plastics and packaging. We convert agricultural waste into biodegradable, compostable biomaterials that replace conventional plastics — driving positive impact for our planet, farmers, and future generations.
Why Work With Us?
Mission-Driven Growth
Be part of a team committed to tackling plastic pollution, reducing waste, and cultivating a circular economy.
Innovation & Research
Work with cutting-edge biomaterial technologies, including EcoGran™ biopolymers that are designed to outperform plastics while leaving zero toxic footprint
Global Impact
From India to international markets, UKHI’s solutions are being scaled across industries from packaging to textiles and beyond.
Collaborative Culture
We believe in teamwork, ownership, continuous learning, and a culture that values creativity and sustainability.
Open Positions
We’re growing rapidly! New opportunities regularly open across departments such as
Research Associate (PhD – Polymer / Biopolymer / Bioprocess
Roles and Responsibilities
- Advanced R&D on biopolymers (PHA, PLA, PBAT, PBS)
- Polymer synthesis, compounding, processing, and characterization
- Biopolymer formulation for films, sheets, coatings, adhesives, packaging
- Interpretation of DSC, TGA, GPC, FTIR, SEM, mechanical testing
- Process optimization, scale-up, and pilot trials
- Technical documentation, reports, patents, and publications
- Supervision of MTech/BTech staff
- Compliance with Government of India research & safety norms
Eligibility Criteria
- PhD in Polymer Science / Polymer Engineering / Materials / Biopolymer / Bioprocess
- Experience in PHA / PLA / PBAT / PBS preferred
Salary Details (Indicative – Government Norms)
Monthly Remuneration ₹50,000 – ₹55,000
Location(s) of Posting
Primary: R&D Laboratory / Pilot Plant Facility (India)
Secondary: Industry partner sites, incubation centres, or scale-up facilities
Any Other Specific Information
- All positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project
- No entitlement for permanent absorption
- Selection through interview / technical evaluation
- Candidates with experience in:
– Biodegradable packaging
– Fermentation & scale-up
– Sustainable materials developer in food packaging/medicine will be given preference