The Univeristy of Tokyo
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Project Researcher / Postdoctoral Position in Green Ammonia Synthesis at The University of Tokyo The University of Tokyo in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Data Science
Funding
Full-time fixed-term position with annual income of 4 million to 12 million yen, determined according to University of Tokyo regulations and the candidate's experience and abilities. Social insurance and other benefits are provided in accordance with university regulations.
Deadline
Dec 19, 2026
Country
Japan
University
The Univeristy of Tokyo
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The University of Tokyo Graduate School of Engineering is recruiting a Project Researcher for the JST ERATO "Nishibayashi Green Ammonia Synthesis Project" at Nishibayashi Laboratory, Department of Applied Chemistry.
This project focuses on green ammonia synthesis using molecular catalysts, renewable energy-derived electrical and light energy, and water to convert nitrogen into ammonia under room temperature and atmospheric pressure. The research integrates coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry, catalytic chemistry, electrochemistry, photochemistry, photoelectrochemistry, materials chemistry, surface science, operando measurement, theoretical calculations, and data science.
Possible topics include design and synthesis of highly active molecular catalysts, nitrogen fixation reactions, electrochemical ammonia synthesis, photochemical and photoelectrochemical ammonia synthesis, immobilization of catalysts onto electrodes and materials, design of electrode interfaces and catalytic reaction fields, and development of electrolytic cells and reaction systems.
The position is open to candidates with a doctoral degree or those expected to obtain one by the time of appointment. Prior experience in ammonia synthesis or nitrogen fixation is not required; the lab welcomes researchers from related or even different fields who are motivated to contribute their expertise.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position with an annual salary of 4 million to 12 million yen, plus social insurance and benefits according to University of Tokyo regulations. The work location is Hongo Campus, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. Interviews may be conducted online for applicants living overseas or far away.
Application deadline: December 19, 2026. Applications are accepted by email or mail. Email applications should use the subject line [ERATO Special Research Fellow Application] and be sent to [email protected].
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term position with annual income of 4 million to 12 million yen, determined according to University of Tokyo regulations and the candidate's experience and abilities. Social insurance and other benefits are provided in accordance with university regulations.
What's required
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree or be expected to obtain one by the time of appointment. Prior research experience in ammonia synthesis or nitrogen fixation is not required, but candidates should have sufficient research experience in their own area of expertise and a strong motivation to contribute proactively to the project.
How to apply
Prepare the required documents and send them by email or mail to Nishibayashi Laboratory, Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo. Use the subject line [ERATO Special Research Fellow Application] when emailing. Email applications are accepted at [email protected].
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