How We Work
The kind of organisation we're building
Research-first
Decisions are grounded in evidence, method and scientific reasoning — not opinion or hype. We value being right over being loud.
Ownership
Small team, real responsibility. You own problems end to end and see your work reach actual projects, not a backlog.
Interdisciplinary
Biology meets chemistry, engineering and software here. The most interesting work happens where domains overlap.
Curiosity
We hire for the instinct to ask how things actually work — and the persistence to find out.
Responsibility
We work on real products and real client problems. Rigour, honesty and confidentiality are non-negotiable.
Startup pace
Early-stage, fast-moving and building. Expect to shape process, not just follow it.
Areas of Work
Where you might work
Microbiology & Fermentation
Applied microbiology, bioprocess and fermentation science
Formulation & Product Development
Food, nutrition and functional product formulation
Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Sequence, structure and data-driven analysis
AI / ML & Engineering
Research tooling, modelling and platform engineering
Who We Work With
Three ways to join
Students & Interns
Undergraduate or graduate students looking for meaningful, hands-on research experience. You work on live projects, contribute to real development work, and learn from a team that values curiosity over credentials.
Mentors & Advisors
Experienced scientists and professionals who want to guide early-stage research and development. Share your expertise, shape scientific direction, and help us build responsibly.
Research Collaborators
Labs, institutions and independent researchers interested in partnering on biotechnology R&D projects. We believe in open collaboration and shared scientific progress.
Interested? Send us your CV.
Email your CV and a short note about what draws you to science and technology, and what you'd want to work on. We read everything and reply to the ones that fit.
Send your CV to info@vardhnova.in and sheel@vardhnova.in.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis