Type B - Tenured Position
Type B is a tenured position of research scientist normally offered to a candidate with significant research achievements and management experience.
Job Opportunities for the 1st round of Open Recruitment 2025 - Closed at 23:59 on 8 May 2025 (JST)
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Entry ID
mc7-1 |
Title |
Biomanufacturing: Development of production and utilization for functional bio-based chemicals |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are developing to promote the spread of functional bio-based chemicals in order to realize a carbon-neutral, resource-recycling society.
We are recruiting a wide range of researchers related to biomanufacturing. For example, we welcome researchers who have advanced specialized knowledge and experience in either the technology for producing bio-based chemicals (microbial cultivation, fermentation, genetic recombination, metabolic engineering, etc.) or the technology for using bio-based chemicals (structure and physical property analysis, functionalization, etc.) and are willing to work on social implementation through corporate collaboration.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Sustainable Chemistry |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ischem/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Biomanufacturing／Utilization of microorganisms／Cultivation and fermentation technology／Bio-based chemicals |
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Entry ID
mc7-2 |
Title |
Research on the development of microorganisms and proteins for biomanufacturing |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are looking for researchers who work in developing microorganisms and proteins utilized in biomanufacturing. We are researching genetic engineering of microorganisms and protein modification using computational chemistry for biomanufacturing. We are looking for people with experience in applied microbiology and protein engineering (screening, culturing and genetic engineering of microorganisms, protein structure modeling and functional design, biosensing, etc.), bioinformatics fields (gene expression network analysis, omics analysis, in silico protein analysis, etc.), fermentation engineering (microbial cultivation using jar fermenter), and chemical engineering and chemical biology (structural and functional analysis of chemicals), but researchers who possess specialized knowledge and experience in the field of biomanufacturing are encouraged to apply.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Sustainable Chemistry |
| Work Location |
AIST Chugoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ischem/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Applied microbiology／Bioinformatics／Protein engeneering／Fermentation engineering／Chemical biology |
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Entry ID
mc7-3 |
Title |
R&D of characterization technologies for polymer and rubber materials |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
AIST is calling for research fellows working on R&D of GX technologies espetially related to plastic resource circulation. Well-experienced PhD holders who have conducted researches associated with polymer characterization, datainformatics or quantum chemical calculation are greatly welcomed.
We also welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research institute for sustainable chemistry |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Chugoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ischem/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1~2 |
| Key Words |
Polymer science／Analytical chemistry／Datainformatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-4 |
Title |
Research on Processing and Analysis of Polymeric Materials |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
At the AIST Chugoku, we are conducting research on material diagnostic technology, cellulose technology and biomanufacturing to realize a circular economy. We are looking for researchers with advanced expertise and experience in the fields of polymer processing, operando measurement, and data drivien manufacturing, especially for process infomatics. Additionally, at the newly established Integrated Research Center for Circular Technology, we are looking for motivated researchers who are eager to contribute to the social implementation of technologies based on the above research themes.
We also welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Sustainable Chemistry or Integrated Research Center for Circular Technology |
| Work Location |
AIST Chugoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ischem/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
2~3 |
| Key Words |
Polymeric Material／Polymer Processing／In-line (In-situ) process monitoring/observation／Data Informatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-5 |
Title |
Research and Development on Chemical Process that Contributes to Sustainable Society |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
In this position, you will engage in research and development on chemical process technology that contributes to establishing a sustainable society.
Applicants are expected to have expert knowledge and research experience in the fields of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, catalytic chemistry, materials chemistry, chemical engineering, process engineering, and related fields. In addition, we look for researchers and engineers to work on process design and scale-up for social implementation regarding carbon dioxide capture and utilization technology and plastic chemical recycling technology at Integrated Research Center for CCUS Implementation and Integrated Research Center for Circular Technology.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Chemical Process Technology |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Tohoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/cpt/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
3~5 |
| Key Words |
Organic synthesis／Catalysis／Chemical process／Recycling／Waste engineering |
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Entry ID
mc7-6 |
Title |
Research and Development of Efficient Chemical Process Technology |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
In this position, you will engage in research and development on flow synthesis technology for efficient chemical process.
Applicants are expected to have expert knowledge and research experience in the fields of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, catalytic chemistry, materials chemistry, chemical engineering, process engineering, and related fields.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Chemical Process Technology |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Tohoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/cpt/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1~2 |
| Key Words |
Organic synthesis／Catalysis／Chemical process／Continuous Manufacturing Process／Functional Chemicals |
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Entry ID
mc7-7 |
Title |
Research and Development on Manufacturing Process Technology for High-Performance Materials |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
In this position, you will engage in research and development on manufacturing process technology for high-performance materials.
Applicants are expected to have expert knowledge and research experience in the fields of organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, materials chemistry, chemical engineering, process engineering, and related fields.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute for Chemical Process Technology |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Tohoku |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/cpt/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
2~3 |
| Key Words |
Molding processing／Inorganic porous material／Lignin／Sensor／Informatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-8 |
Title |
Research for the development and practical application of organic-inorganic composite or photofunctional materials |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are seeking researcher to engage in the development of application technologies that maximize the functions of photo-functional materials and organic-inorganic composite materials, the development of new materials aimed at enhancing their functionalities, and the advancement of evaluation technologies that support these efforts. We welcome applications from researcher who have the basic knowledge of chemistry, physics, and material science including process/material infomatics, required for above mentioned R & D, and who are motivated to take on challenging issues.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute of Core Technology for Materials Innovation |
| Work Location |
AIST Kansai |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/nmri/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Photo-functional meterial／Organic-inorganic material／Process/material infomatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-9 |
Title |
Research and development of advanced functional materials, and their analysis and evaluation technology |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are seeking researchers to engage in the development of functional nanoparticles, thin films, and composite materials, as well as their applied technologies. Additionally, we focus on the development of material evaluation technologies, including atomic-scale analysis and interfacial material measurement, which support these advancement.
We welcome applications from researcher who have the basic knowledge of chemistry, physics, and material science including process/material infomatics, required for above mentioned R & D, and who are motivated to take on challenging issues.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Research Institute of Core Technology for Materials Innovation |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Kansai |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/nmri/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
2 |
| Key Words |
Device-applied materials／Resource circulation／Bio-applied materials／Atomic, moleclar, and interface measurement／Photofuctional materials |
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Entry ID
mc7-10 |
Title |
Research and Development of Multi-Materials Technology for Circular Economy Society |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
In order to develop multi-materials with comprehensively excellent properties, we recruit researchers who have knowledge on material science or process engineering such as bonding and adhesive et. al., and data science such as process informatic who are willing to take on the challenge of research and development of new multi-material technologies.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Multi-Material Research Institute |
| Work Location |
AIST Chubu |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/mmri/ |
| Inquiry |
mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
3 |
| Key Words |
Material Science／Ceramics／Metal／Composites／Material/Process Informatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-11 |
Title |
Research and Development of Multi-Material Design and its Process Technology for Creation of Novel Material Innovation |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
In order to develop the next generated multi-materials for material innovations, we recrute researchers who have the knowledge of materials science, interface science, and process engineering required to develop metamaterials, environmentally friendly materials, and magnetic metal materials with high-performance, etc., or manufacturing process technologies.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Multi-Material Research Institute |
| Work Location |
AIST Chubu |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/mmri/ |
| Inquiry |
mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
3 |
| Key Words |
Material Science／Ceramics／Metal／Composites／Material/Process Informatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-12 |
Title |
Development of interdisciplinary resource recycling technology based on catalyst and synthesis technology |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
Driven by an actual mechanism-based understanding of reactions, the project will conduct R&D based on innovative catalyst and chemical technologies that contribute to resource recycling and circular economy, such as synthesis technology for functional chemicals and chemical process technology oriented toward commercial and practical production. To conduct data-driven interdisciplinary research and development that also introduces simulations, materials informatics, process informatics, generative AI, and lab automation technologies, we are seeking highly motivated researchers with advanced expertise and experimental techniques in the fields of catalytic chemistry, synthetic chemistry, chemical engineering, or information science, and who are willing to take on the challenges of different fields.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Catalytic Chemistry Research Institute |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
https://irc3.aist.go.jp/english/ |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Molecular Catalysts／Solid catalysts／Organic Synthesis／Chemical Processes／Artificial Intelligence |
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Entry ID
mc7-13 |
Title |
Functionality Enhancement of Bio-related Resources Based on Advanced Catalysis/Synthetic Technologies |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are seeking researchers who are willing to process and synthesize bio-related resources (biomolecules such as biomass, proteins, nucleic acids, sugar chains, and lipids, and biomaterials such as biobased polymers and biodegradable plastics) using leading catalytic and chemical conversion technologies to create high value-added materials that transcend and innovate their innate functions, and to lead the results to social implementation through corporate collaboration. This call also targets fundamental researchers aiming to pioneer innovative catalysts and chemical/bio-manufacturing strategies that realize this perspetive. We are broadly seeking researchers with expertise in not only catalysis but also organic synthesis, natural product chemistry, drug discovery support, biomolecular engineering, polymer chemistry and material chemistry. We encourage applications from in chemical researchers who are proactive in pioneering new field, integrating interdiscipilinary areas with medical/pharmaceutical/agricultulal/biotechnological collaborators, and/or in leveraging corporate research experiences into R&D and social implementation.
We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Catalytic Chemistry Research Institute |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba、AIST Tsukuba Tsukuba University Cooperation Site |
| URL |
https://irc3.aist.go.jp/english/ |
| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Molecular Catalysis／Bioactive Substance／Organic Synthesis／Medicinal Chemistry／Bioplastic |
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Entry ID
mc7-14 |
Title |
Creation of Innovative Nanomaterials and Research & Development of Next-Generation Devices |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We are seeking highly motivated researchers to engage in the creation of innovative nanomaterials and the development of advanced technologies, including batteries, devices, composite materials, and cutting-edge semiconductor components utilizing nanomaterials. Candidates with expertise in materials science, chemistry, physics, electronic engineering, semiconductor devices, data science, and related fields are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in nanomaterials is not required.
Applicants who do not hold a Ph.D. but have industry experience and are eager to contribute to AIST’s research and the social implementation of its outcomes are also welcome to apply.
We also welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Nanocarbon Material Research Department |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ncdrc/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Material Science／Semiconductor／Material Science／Data Science／Nano Materials |
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Entry ID
mc7-15 |
Title |
Data-Driven Research to Accelerate Material Development |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
・We are widely seeking researchers eager to apply data-driven approaches for diverse materials research, including nanomaterials, through the development of advanced AI, robotic process automation, and autonomous experimental systems. We seek skilled researchers particularly with knowledge in fields, such as data science, materials, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Previous experience in nanomaterials or AI research is not required. Applications are also welcome from those without a doctoral degree but with practical experience in industry. Additionally, applicants should possess a strong willingness to contribute to the social implementation of their results acquired through research and development at AIST.
We also welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Nanocarbon Material Research Department |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
https://unit.aist.go.jp/ncdrc/index_en.html |
| Inquiry |
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Data Science／Infomatics／Artificial intelligence／Materials Science／Robotics |
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Entry ID
mc7-16 |
Title |
Artificial Intelligence Application Technology for Data-Driven Materials Design |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We open research position for artificial intelligence (AI) application technologies necessary to develop and disseminate data-driven materials design technologies.
Applicants should be researchers who are willing to apply AI to material and process design, such as using AI to speed up calculations or experiments, or to extract useful information from materials data. We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Materials DX research center |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
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| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Data science／Artificial intelligence (AI)／Materials and process design／Materials informatics／Process informatics |
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Entry ID
mc7-17 |
Title |
Research and Development of Fundamental Technology for Materials DX |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We open research position for materials design using computational simulation, AI, or quantum computation, and to develop platforms for materials DX. Applicants should have excellent academic knowledge in computational science or information technology such as AI or data security, and be highly motivated researchers in materials and process design. We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Materials DX research center |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
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| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
2 |
| Key Words |
Data-driven materials design／Artificial intelligence (AI)／Materials and process design／Data security／Computer simulation |
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Entry ID
mc7-18 |
Title |
Computational Science and Data Sciene based Generic Technology Development for Materials Design |
| Job Summary and Essential/Desirable Skills and Experience |
We open research position for fundamental techniques for materials design based on computational simulation or data science. Applicants should have experience in materials research using computational simulation or data science as well as expertise in physics, chemistry, or materials science, and should be highly motivated to design advanced functional materials or materials manufacturing processes. We welcome those who do not have a doctoral degree but who are motivated to utilize their practical experience at a company for the social implementation of AIST's R&D. |
| Start of Employment |
April 1st, 2026 |
| Research Unit |
Materials DX research center |
| Work Location |
AIST Tsukuba |
| URL |
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| Inquiry |
E-mail: mc-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp
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| Number of Position |
1 |
| Key Words |
Computational science／Data science／Artificial intellicence (AI)／Materials and process design／Quantum computation |
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