Consultant

This role is ideal for highly experienced agricultural or food science professionals with a strong background in export regulations and food safety management. Candidates should possess an M.Sc in relevant fields, exceptional communication and leadership skills, and a commitment to ensuring quality standards for agricultural product exports from India. A PhD and specific experience with pesticide residue and contaminant issues are highly desirable.

Individuals with less than 15 years of relevant experience, those lacking an M.Sc in the specified agricultural/food science disciplines, or applicants unwilling to work on a purely contractual basis should not apply. Those seeking a permanent government position will find this role unsuitable due to its limited tenure and contractual nature.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a specialized foundation (BEDF) under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, working to enhance the quality and export of Basmati rice. While it is a contractual position, it provides exposure to high-level regulatory affairs and collaboration with central/state departments, offering significant professional impact in the agricultural export sector. The prestige stems from the specialized nature of the work and its direct link to national trade interests.