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Company Name
NGK SPARK PLUG CO., LTD.
Job Type
Research and Development Jobs
Work Detail
NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd. was founded in 1936 and is a global company that boasts one of the world's top shares in automotive spark plugs and ceramic products. By utilizing the latest material technology and advanced manufacturing processes, we provide innovative solutions to a wide range of industrial fields. Specific job duties are as follows. ① Research and development of new materials (mixed anion compounds, MOFs, catalysts, structural materials, high-entropy materials, etc.) NGK Spark Plug is working on the development of next-generation high-performance materials. Specifically, you will be involved in research on mixed anion compounds and MOFs (Metal-Organic Frameworks) aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact, improving the performance of catalysts, durable structural materials, and developing multi-component high-entropy materials. ② Peripheral technology development and evaluation technology for effective use of materials We develop cutting-edge processing and evaluation technologies to maximize the potential of materials. For example, we will work on designing processing processes to optimize the properties of new materials and establishing reliable evaluation methods, aiming to improve product quality and develop new application fields. ③ Materials development using data science We will revolutionize the materials development process by making full use of data science and AI technology. We will use big data analysis and machine learning to build predictive models of material properties, improving experimental efficiency and promoting the discovery of new materials. This will promote a scientifically based development approach that does not rely on conventional empirical rules.
Ideal Profile
What we especially look for in a PhD or postdoctoral fellow
① Improving the speed of research and development We are hiring young researchers (with doctoral degrees) who have the latest theories and technologies for the Institute's key themes, and are working to improve the speed of research and development. ② Improving international competitiveness We are focusing on hiring young researchers (with doctoral degrees) to strengthen the Institute's international competitiveness. ③ Securing future leadership candidates PhD holders are highly likely to become future leadership candidates, and we expect them to contribute to the long-term development of the organization. ④ Technology transfer PhD holders are highly capable of transferring new technologies and knowledge to other researchers, and we expect them to contribute to education and technology transfer within the organization.
Work Location
Aichi prefecture
Phd. Stating Salary
276,400 yen
Selection Flow
1st interview → 2nd interview → Final interview