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Company Name

TOWING Co., Ltd.

Job Type

[Research Department] Soil Environment / Research and Development Support Member

Work Detail

----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ---------- ----- ----- ----- ＼ 🌱 A job where tiny life in the soil changes the future of the Earth ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ---------- ----- ----- ----- Would you like to participate in the research and development of the innovative biochar "Soratan" at TOWING Co., Ltd.? In this position, you will be responsible for experimental and analytical work that supports the improvement of Soratan's performance and the development of new technologies, utilizing your experience in analysis, chemical analysis, and research that you have cultivated so far. This is a unique workplace where you can experience both the academic environment of a university and the challenging atmosphere of a startup! 🔬 Job description of Research Assistant (including analysis management) We will flexibly adjust the work content you are assigned according to your experience, skills, and working days. ・Various chemical analysis / experimental work 🔬 You will be involved in experimental work using state-of-the-art analytical equipment. You will support research and development related to soil, plants, and microorganisms, using various analytical instruments according to the research objectives. Examples of equipment used: Ion chromatography (IC) Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) Spectrophotometer (UV-Vis) etc. *Experience with all equipment is not required. This environment allows you to learn new technologies and analytical methods while utilizing your previous research and analytical experience. ⏰ Flexible working conditions are available. *Shift examples: - 9:00-13:00 (4 hours actual work, no break) - 13:00-17:00 (4 hours actual work, no break) - 9:00-14:30 (5 hours 30 minutes actual work, no break) - 9:00-16:00 (6 hours actual work, 1 hour break) *5 hours per day, 4 days a week or more is OK: We can adjust to your lifestyle. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ We welcome people like you! ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ✅ Those who want to utilize their research and analysis experience to engage in research that benefits society. ✅ Those interested in soil, environment, and agriculture. ✅ Those with experimental and analytical experience at universities, research institutions, or companies. ✅ Those who want to return to the research field after a break. ✅ Those interested in data analysis and research and development of new technologies. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ 🚀 About TOWING ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- TOWING Co., Ltd. is a green and agriculture startup originating from Nagoya University, with the mission of "realizing a super-circular society starting with sustainable next-generation agriculture." ・Company website: https://towing.co.jp/about Using patented soil microbial culture technology, we develop and sell "Soratan," a high-performance biochar made from local resources with added microorganisms. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ The Appeal of This Job ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- 〔1〕Work in a rapidly growing startup, allowing for a work style tailored to your needs. 〔2〕A vibrant team of over 10 people, providing a workplace environment where individual strengths can be utilized. 〔3〕Contributing to a highly socially impactful business through daily work. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ Research Results Reaching Society ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- In March 2026, sustainable lilies cultivated using TOWING's "Sora-tan" (a type of charcoal) were sold at Hibiya Kadan stores. Research results have become actual products, reaching customers. ★ Lilies grown with high-performance biochar "Sora-tan" are now on sale for the first time at Hibiya Kadan! https://towing.co.jp/news/sales-sustainable-lily ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼Featured in the Media／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ★ Yamada from CSuO appeared on Chukyo TV's "Update no Mori." Our research farm in Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture was featured. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNGGcsAxzog ★ Nishida, CEO of TOWING, was featured in a Forbes Japan web article. https://forbesjapan.com/articles/detail/85430 ★ We have launched our official YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@biochar_towing ★ Our CEO appeared on TOKIO Terrace. https://x.com/towing_0227/status/1700277592639873091?s=46&t=U1IZPRqWRi3_UqId-ix8SQ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ Learn more about TOWING ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- 𝕏 (Old Twitter): https://twitter.com/TOWING_0227 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/towing_official/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@biochar_towing 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/towing.soratan/ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ＼ 💼 About Applying ／ ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- If you have interest and a desire to learn, we will fully support you. Tiny microorganisms in the soil are changing the future of agriculture and the environment. Why not start a new career as part of such a grand project? 🏷️ Tags Research position, Analytical position, Assistant position, Nagoya University, Startup, Biotechnology, Environmental technology, Soil analysis, 4 days a week, Flexible shifts, No experience necessary, Part-time, Students welcome Keywords Research assistant part-time job / Experiment assistant / Students welcome / Component analysis / Microbiology / Agriculture / Data analysis / Nagoya University / Startup / Science part-time job / Research lab / Undergraduate students OK / Housewives welcome / Within dependent allowance limits OK / Shortened working hours / Work-life balance / Career break OK / No experience necessary / Part-time / Part-time job

Ideal Profile

Required Skills You will primarily be responsible for experimental and analytical work related to soil and the environment, utilizing your previous research and analytical experience. Even those with a gap in their work history can thrive in this environment, leveraging their accumulated knowledge and skills. ■ Job Details ・Analysis and research work related to soil and the environment ・Analysis and document creation based on experimental data ・Other experimental and analytical work related to research and development *Practical experience as a researcher is not required. ■ Main Equipment Used ・Next-generation sequencer ・Gas chromatography ・Ion chromatography ・Autoclave ・Optical microscope *Experience with all equipment is not required. Experience with any of the analytical instruments is welcome. Preferred Skills ・2+ years of professional work experience ・2+ years of practical experience with analytical instruments ・Experience in analyzing data and creating documents ・Ability to read papers and design tests Desired Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who can organize experimental data and work details and share them appropriately within the team. ・Ability to conduct tests accurately and carefully according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) ・Ability to accurately report the results of the work performed

Work Location

■ Work location: Akasaki Memorial Research Hall 4F, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya City *Applicants must be able to commute using public transportation.

Phd. Stating Salary

■ Hourly wage: 1,400 yen - 1,500 yen *Hourly wage may vary depending on skills.

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https://herp.careers/v1/towing/ImWegQ95hoXm

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