Senior Research Scientist
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value driven by innovative research environment, strong salary range, and opportunities for academic advancement.
- Salary: 8,000,000 - 10,000,000 JPY/year
- Strong opportunities for research and publishing
- Interdisciplinary project collaboration
- High expectations for performance
Pros
- Competitive salary ranging from 8,000,000 to 10,000,000 JPY
- Opportunity for academic publishing and collaborations
- Diverse range of interdisciplinary projects
Cons
- Expectations for research output can be high
- May require extensive collaboration across teams
- Fast-paced environment may be challenging for some
Who it's for
Senior • In-office with some collaboration
Good fit
- Senior research scientists with a focus on environmental science
- Individuals interested in publishing and collaboration
- Research professionals eager for innovative projects
Not recommended for
- Candidates without a PhD or research experience
- Those not interested in academia or publishing
- Individuals seeking isolated work environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Recruitment Background
Sagri is advancing to the next step in its business journey. To support our business expansion, we are strengthening our Engineering team and are seeking a Senior Research Scientist who can leverage their technical skills and creativity to tackle diverse and impactful challenges without being restricted by specific roles.
Mission of the Position
- Collaborate with overseas teams to develop models necessary for carbon credits and MRV.
- Mentor and nurture research scientist, fostering the next-generation senior research scientist.
Job Description
The role involves developing and calibrating process-based models to evaluate soil carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions in developing countries for the purposes of carbon credits and MRV. Publishing peer-reviewed papers is also one of the integral parts of the job. As a mentor, you will guide research scientists and data scientists in their research and development projects.
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with research scientists and data scientists to develop and publish process-based models and machine learning models that contribute to estimate soil carbon sequestration and GHG emissions.
- Design new PoC projects in collaboration with the CRO.
Sagri's Development Environment
We already have multiple products with significant growth potential, and the scope of development themes is broad. Even in unfamiliar areas, you can take on challenges if you are motivated.
Technologies:
- Languages: TypeScript / Python / Rust
- Architecture: Redux / Atomic Design
- Libraries/Frameworks: React.js / Next.js / Django REST framework
- DB: PostgreSQL (PostGIS)
- Infrastructure: AWS (EC2 / EKS / S3 / RDS, etc.)
- Version Control: Git Repository
- Management: GitHub
- Communication Tools: Slack / Zoom / Discord / Google meet
Culture
Department Culture
Sagri is a private company, but we offer an environment where you can engage in research activities alongside your duties. You can continue your career in writing papers, attending conferences, and participating in academic societies. Depending on your achievements and suitability, we can consider arrangements where you remain affiliated with a university or research institution while working at Sagri (such as contracting or joint research). We welcome individuals who wish to build their careers in academia or research institutions in the future.
Desired Candidate Profile
Required Experience/Skills
- Ability to simulate soil carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Proven track record in research using mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and machine learning.
- Proficiency in English (communication with the overseas business division and reviewing/writing academic papers are part of the job).
Preferred Experience/Skills
- Ph.D. degree
Who We Want to Work With
- Those who resonate with Sagri's vision, mission, and values.
- Individuals eager to engage in collaboration and joint research with universities and research institutions.
- Those who are future-oriented and enthusiastic about developing products that address social issues.
- Individuals with a desire to expand their scope of work beyond their area of expertise and catch up on new technologies.
- People who value team communication and information sharing, and are highly motivated to learn new skills.
- Individuals who earnestly listen to and respond to customer feedback.
- Those who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and embrace significant changes.
Other Conditions
Location
Tokyo Headquarters Shinjuku Sumitomo Building, 18th Floor, 2-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0218
- Nearest Stations:
- Toei Oedo Line, "Tochomae Station," A6 exit, directly connected
- Marunouchi Line, "Nishi-Shinjuku Station," Exit 2, 4-minute walk
- All lines, "Shinjuku Station," West Exit, 8-minute walk
- Scope of Assignment Changes:
- Immediately after hiring: according to job listing
- Scope of changes: Possible reassignment to all tasks (including temporary transfers)
Working Hours
- Flexible time system (with core time)
- Starting time: 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Ending time: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Core time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Break time: 1 hour
Holidays
- Annual holidays: 120+ days
- Principally two days off per week (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays
Benefits
- Transportation expenses (provided according to regulations)
- Annual paid leave (10 days granted on the start date)
- Maternity leave and childcare leave (available immediately upon joining)
- Nursing care leave, nursing leave, work-related injury and illness leave, etc.
Insurance
- Complete social insurance (employment insurance, workers' compensation insurance, health insurance, employee pension insurance)
Anti-smoking Measures
- Non-smoking indoors
Selection Process
- Document screening
- First Interview + Presentation
- Second interview
- Final interview
- Offer meeting
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