Technical Program Manager, ASCENT
Quick answer
Renaissance Philanthropy is hiring a mid-senior Technical Program Manager, ASCENT in Japan, with compensation commensurate with experience, to support program operations and manage funded teams.
- Role
- Technical Program Manager, ASCENT
- Organization
- Renaissance Philanthropy
- Location
- Japan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Commensurate with experience
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Technical Program Manager (TPM) role at Renaissance Philanthropy supports ASCENT’s program operations in Japan, focusing on developing new programs, conducting technical due diligence, and managing funded teams.
What you'll do
- Developing new programs
- Conducting technical due diligence
- Managing funded teams
- Assessing progress through site visits and peer reviews
- Coordinating shared resources and data collection
- Engaging with stakeholders across academia, industry, and finance
What it takes
- Native-level Japanese language proficiency
- Professional fluency in English
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a related field
- Hands-on experimental or hardware development experience
- Experience coordinating work beyond individual research
- Demonstrated ability to build working expertise quickly in unfamiliar technical areas
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Flexible and autonomous work environment, annual retreat, support for professional development
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Japan.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include native-level Japanese language proficiency, professional fluency in English, a Master's degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a related field, and hands-on experimental or hardware development experience.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates can apply here.
Is the role remote?
The role is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Renaissance Philanthropy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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