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Chitose Institute of Science and Technology

Researcher/Postdoc-Equivalent Development Engineer in Biomass Extraction, Separation, and Purification Chitose Research Institute Co., Ltd. in Japan

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full-time permanent employee position with annual income of 3 million to 12 million yen. Annual salary system is 3.3 million to 12 million yen, determined by experience and ability, with overtime pay included for deemed overtime hours up to 44 hours per month and additional overtime pay beyond that.

Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

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Japan

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Chitose Institute of Science and Technology

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Biology
Hplc
Biomass Valorization
Biomanufacturing

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About this position

Chitose Research Institute Co., Ltd. is recruiting a researcher / postdoc-equivalent development engineer for biomass extraction, separation, and purification processes within the Chitose Group’s MATSURI cross-industry co-creation initiative.

The role focuses on chemical process development and applied materials / life sciences work, including solvent extraction from biomass, purification of target compounds, analytical work such as GC and HPLC, and development of commercial-scale extraction, separation, and purification processes.

This is a full-time permanent position based at Kanagawa Science Park (KSP), Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan, with possible work in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia depending on assignment. The salary is listed as 3.3 million to 12 million yen annually, with salary review twice a year and commuting allowance plus standard social insurance benefits.

Eligibility is broad: applicants may hold a doctorate, master’s, bachelor’s, advanced specialist, or specialist qualification. The post specifically seeks people with experience or knowledge in biomass extraction/separation, purification and analysis, and organic solvent handling; Hazardous Materials Handler and Organic Solvent Work Supervisor qualifications are noted as required. However, the posting also says experience is not mandatory and that motivated candidates are welcome.

Applications are accepted by email until 2026-12-31 or until the position is filled. Submit a resume, work history, and statement of aspirations to [email protected]. Document screening is followed by 2–3 interviews, and online interviews are possible for overseas or distant applicants.

Funding details

Full-time permanent employee position with annual income of 3 million to 12 million yen. Annual salary system is 3.3 million to 12 million yen, determined by experience and ability, with overtime pay included for deemed overtime hours up to 44 hours per month and additional overtime pay beyond that.

What's required

Applicants should have a doctorate, master's degree, bachelor's degree, advanced specialist, or specialist qualification. Required experience/knowledge includes material extraction and separation from biomass, substance purification and analysis (e.g., GC, HPLC), and familiarity with handling organic solvents; Hazardous Materials Handler and Organic Solvent Work Supervisor qualifications are required. Prior experience is not mandatory, and the company welcomes candidates eager to learn and develop skills.

How to apply

Email your resume, work history, and statement of aspirations after joining the company to [email protected]. Applications can be submitted by email only; the JREC-IN portal web application is not available. Interviews will follow document screening, and overseas or distant applicants may interview online.

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