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Postdoctoral/Research Engineer Position in CO2 Conversion, Catalysis, and Organic Synthesis at Tokyo University of Science Tokyo University of Science in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Contract employee position with hourly wage of 1310 to 2500 yen and monthly salary from 260,000 yen depending on experience, academic qualifications, and job responsibilities. Commuting allowance is available up to 55,000 yen per month. Employment includes health insurance, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance.
Deadline
Oct 5, 2026
Country
Japan
University
Institute of Science Tokyo

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Tokyo University of Science is recruiting a researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent contract employee for the Imahori Laboratory in the Department of Industrial Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering. The position is part of a NEDO-commissioned project focused on carbon recycling, CO2 conversion, and the development of energy-saving, resource-saving acrylic acid production technology.
The research theme centers on visible-light-driven catalytic CO2 conversion using CO2 recovered from thermal power plants as a raw material. The project emphasizes organic synthesis chemistry, green sustainable chemistry, environmental chemistry, organic functional materials, and resource chemistry processes. Duties include optimization of catalytic reactions, process development, equipment development, and scale-up.
Applicants should hold a master's degree. Relevant experience in organic synthesis chemistry, theoretical calculation and analysis of chemical reactions/processes, reaction process development, equipment development, or research project management is desired. Experience combining organic synthesis with another related area is especially valued. Strong perseverance, teamwork, and communication skills are required.
The appointment is based at Tokyo University of Science, Tokyo, Japan. The contract is fixed-term and renewable annually, with a maximum renewal period of 5 years and no extension beyond March 31, 2031. The project is confirmed until March 2028, with continuation after April 2028 subject to review.
Salary is listed as 1310–2500 yen per hour or 260,000 yen/month and up, depending on experience and responsibilities. Commuting allowance is available up to 55,000 yen/month, and standard social insurance coverage is provided. Interviews are generally in person but may be online if needed.
Applications must arrive between 2026-09-25 and 2026-10-05. Submit a CV, achievements list, research/experience summary, future aspirations, and optional references/awards by email to [email protected] with the subject line NEDO Project Engineer Application_Your Name.
Funding details
Contract employee position with hourly wage of 1310 to 2500 yen and monthly salary from 260,000 yen depending on experience, academic qualifications, and job responsibilities. Commuting allowance is available up to 55,000 yen per month. Employment includes health insurance, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance.
What's required
Applicants must have a master's degree. Desired experience includes research in organic synthesis chemistry, theoretical calculation and analysis of chemical reactions and reaction processes, reaction process development, equipment development, or management of research projects. Experience in organic synthesis chemistry plus one additional relevant area is particularly desirable. Candidates should be persistent, able to work toward a research goal, and able to communicate smoothly and collaborate with others.
How to apply
Prepare the required application documents in English or Japanese and email them with the subject line 'NEDO Project Engineer Application_Your Name' to [email protected]. The application is accepted by email only; JREC-IN web application is not possible. Submit between September 25, 2026 and October 5, 2026.
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