Laboratory

Biofunctional Catalyst Research Team
RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science
(Team Leader: Ryuhei Nakamura)

Research Field

We work on the development of biologically inspired catalysts as well as the application of biological systems towards energy conversion and material production. Specifically, we aim to understand nature’s ingenuity towards multielectron transfer catalysis, electron/proton transport, metabolic regulation, responsiveness to external stimuli, and energy management in deep sea environments to develop novel materials and systems necessary to effectively manage renewable energy sources.

For more information, please refer to the following link:
Biofunctional Catalyst Research Team's Website.

Job title and Job description

Job title

Research Part-time worker I or II, 1 position

Job description

Experimental assistance in the preparation and characterization of catalyst samples

Qualification

Education

Research Part-time Worker I

A person who is engaged in supporting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:

• A.Enrolled in a doctoral program and if a non-Japanese citizen, fulfills all of the following conditions:
  • (1)Can verify having Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted
  • (2)Does not have a concurrent position outside of RIKEN
  • (3)Works no more than 28 hours per week
• B.Has knowledge or experience equivalent to that of a person with a doctoral degree

Research Part-time Worker II

A person who is engaged in assisting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:

• A.Enrolled in a master’s program and if a non-Japanese citizen, fulfills all of the following conditions:
  • (1)Can verify having Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted
  • (2)Does not have a concurrent position outside of RIKEN
  • (3)Works no more than 28 hours per week
• B.Has a high level of specialized knowledge or skills

Experience

• Junior college or technical school graduate with equivalent or higher experience.
• The candidate should have experience in handling chemical reagents and basic computer skills.
• Experience in analytical chemistry or electrochemistry is desirable.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in cooperation with the lab members.

Work location

RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science (Wako Campus)
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, Saitama 351-0198, Japan

RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures.

Salary and benefits

Hourly wages

• 1,150-1,400JPY (Research Part-time Worker II)
• 1,450-2,000JPY (Research Part-time Worker I )

(Hourly salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.)

Commuting allowance

provided (within a pre-determined range.)

Terms of contract

The initial contract will be until March 31, 2024.
A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on the agreement of both parties, to a maximum of five years from the date of hire.
RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, work load at the time of contract completion, performance and work attitude and b) the continuation of the employee’s center, laboratory or project and RIKEN’s management situation and budget at the time.

Working days

4-5 days per week

Working hours

The work hours shall be one of the following, with the total time not to exceed 35 hours/week.

• 1.9:00-15:50
• 2.9:00-14:50

(Working days and hours are negotiable. However, daily working hours cannot be shifted for different days.)

Holidays

Saturdays and Sundays, Japanese national holidays, New Year holidays (Dec.29-Jan.3), and RIKEN Foundation Day (4th Monday in October).

Other provisions

• Worker’s accident compensation insurance applies. Social insurance will be applied depending on the working conditions
• Smoking is not permitted on site except in designated smoking areas. Smoking will be entirely prohibited on site from April 2024.
• Other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.

Application and required documents

Required documents

CV or CV

How to apply

Please submit a PDF file of your CV and upload to the following link:

Seeking a Research Part-time Worker (W23206)

The file name of the PDF should contain your name.
After uploading the PDF file, please let us (nakamuralab-recruit [at] ml.riken.jp) know the name of the file.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email after document screening.
If the submission requirements are not met, your application will not be received.

Note: All the submitted documents will not be returned.

Deadline

Open until the position is filled.

Handling Personal Data

Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.

Selection process

Application screening and interview for selected applicants (face-to-face or remote).

Start of Employment

As early as possible (Negotiable)

Contact Information

RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science
Biofunctional Catalyst Research Team
Email: nakamuralab-recruit [at] ml.riken.jp (Replace [at] with @)