Blum Biologicals (PTY) Ltd

Blum Biologicals provides natural, chemical-free pest control for farming. It uses AI-driven research and microbial-based biologicals to create sustainable pesticides drawing on Africa's biodiversity. The product is oriented to farmers through a SaaS, subscription model and targets both agriculture and horticulture. The approach aims to address chemical pesticide resistance and growing consumer demand for chemical-free produce. Blum Biologicals positions itself in the agricultural bioscience sector with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.

AgricultureAI-drivenBiodiversityBiopesticidesChemical-freeHorticultureNatural SolutionsSustainableblumbiologicals.com

Blum Biologicals (PTY) Ltd

AgricultureAI-drivenBiodiversityBiopesticidesChemical-freeHorticultureNatural SolutionsSustainableblumbiologicals.com

HQRemote

Team Size1

Open Jobs3

Total Funding-

Latest FundraiseUnknown

Join the Team

Experienced Entomologist (Insect Rearing & Bioassays)

On-SitePretoria, Gauteng, ZA

On-Site • Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA

Blum Biologicals – Pretoria, South Africa | Full-Time

Teeming tracks opportunities at over 24,000 AI startups, then works with you to find (and land) the one you'll love.

Backend Developer

ContractCambridge, GB

Contract • Cambridge, GB

Product Designer

Part-timeMunich, DE

Part-time • Munich, DE

Backend Developer

Full-timeManchester, GB

Full-time • Manchester, GB

DevOps Engineer

Part-timeJerusalem

Part-time • Jerusalem

Machine Learning Engineer

Part-timeMunich, DE

Part-time • Munich, DE

AI Researcher

InternshipBelgrade, RS

Internship • Belgrade, RS

Blum Biologicals is building Africa’s next-generation biopesticide innovation platform. We combine insect biology, microbial biotechnology, and AI-driven bioassays to create sustainable crop protection solutions specifically tailored for African agriculture. We are currently expanding our Bioassay Laboratory and are seeking an experienced Entomologist with strong insect rearing and bioassay capabilities to join our R&D team.

Maintain and scale colonies of key agricultural insect pests.
Design and conduct insect bioassays (including feeding, topical, spray, and behavioural assays).
Generate high-quality datasets to support AI-based mortality scoring.
Collaborate closely with microbiologists, biochemists, and our AI/ML developers.
Develop a world-class bioassay capability for biological discovery.

Master’s degree in Entomology (or a related field).
2–5+ years of experience in insect rearing and bioassay procedures.
Strong skills in experimental design, documentation, and practical insect handling.
An interest in AI-enhanced analytics or high-throughput screening is a distinct advantage.

Work at the cutting edge where biotechnology, entomology, and AI intersect.
Opportunity to build a modern bioassay lab from the ground up.
Make a meaningful impact on African agriculture and environmental sustainability.
Grow alongside a fast-moving, science-driven startup.