Research Assistant
1. About Us
NanoFrontier is a research-driven startup that provides end-to-end solutions from design to mass production and quality assurance for materials in energy, environment, and pharmaceutical fields, centered around nanoparticle generation technology through reprecipitation method developed over many years at Tohoku University. We also provide nanoparticle manufacturing services and technology licensing, rapidly advancing joint research and PoC with manufacturers and academic institutions in Sendai (main base) and Tokyo (collaboration base).
2. Role & Responsibilities
At NanoFrontier, we need systems to stabilize daily experimental operations and improve research productivity. This position will handle ledger operations for reagents, equipment, waste liquid, SDS, and forms, as well as operational tasks including pretreatment, basic measurements, cleaning, and 5S. We’re looking for someone who can execute experiments with accuracy and organization.
What You’ll Gain
- Develop products and technologies that customers need, with commercialization in mind
- Work directly in the field with cutting-edge material development
- Experience a wide range of tasks including experiments, measurements, and recording
- Work as part of a research team in cutting-edge environments
3. Key Responsibilities
- Support nanoparticle synthesis and evaluation experiments (reagent preparation, equipment operation, sample creation)
- Prepare, operate, and record data from measuring instruments (DLS, etc.)
- Record in lab notebooks, assist in updating protocols and SOPs (standard operating procedures)
- Manage reagents and consumables, labeling, waste liquid treatment
- Organize and maintain laboratories, assist in safety management
- Create various materials and organize data according to researchers’ instructions
4. Requirements, Skills & Experience
Required
- Alignment with NanoFrontier’s business and mission
- Experimental experience in chemistry, materials, bio, etc. (regardless of school or workplace)
- Basic PC operation skills (Excel, etc.)
- Ability to accurately record lab notebooks and data
Preferred
- Experience operating measuring instruments like DLS
- Experience in laboratory safety management and waste liquid treatment
- Experience using ELN (electronic lab notebooks)
What We’re Looking For
- Someone who can execute instructions accurately and carefully
- Someone who can thoroughly implement safety, organization, and communication
5. Location & Work Style
- Location: Sendai
- Work style: 3-5 days in office per week (centered on experimental days)
- Work hours: Full flex (core time 10:00-16:00)
6. Benefits & Welfare
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Holidays & Leave | ・Complete 5-day workweek ・Annual paid leave ・Year-end and New Year holidays |
| Insurance | Complete social insurance coverage |
| Housing | Company housing system available |
| PC & IT Tools | PC provided. ChatGPT usage covered by company. Other necessary IT tools available through consultation and application |
| Health Support | Massage and gym usage support |
| Meal Support | Tohoku University cafeteria meal card provided (under adjustment) |
| Career Development | Support for qualifications, technical books, exam costs, etc. |
| Grant Incentives | Incentive design for grant acquisition |
| Relocation Support | For relocation from Tokyo to Sendai: Up to 1 million yen relocation bonus through Sendai City relocation support program For relocation from other regions: Under adjustment |
7. Selection Process
- Casual interview: 30-60 minutes
- Technical interview & discussion: 60+ minutes
- Offer interview & final decision
※ Results for each selection process will be provided within 3 business days. Steps may be omitted based on candidate circumstances.
8. Company Information
- Company Name: NanoFrontier Inc. (Headquarters: 2F Urban Net Sendai Central Building, 4-4-19 Central, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi Prefecture)
- Corporate Philosophy: “Toward a society where all resources circulate smoothly and are utilized in optimal forms”
- Business Areas:
- (1) Research, development, manufacturing, and sales of reagents and functional materials using organic nanoparticle technology
- (2) Contract manufacturing of organic nanoparticles and provision of related technologies
- (3) Technology licensing and technical consulting in the field of organic nanoparticle technology
- (4) All businesses incidental to the above
- https://nanofrontier.jp/
9. How to Apply
Please apply through our recruitment page application form.