GO MASUDA
Researcher
Tokyo
Summary
Business-minded materials scientist with experience across aerospace composites, sustainability, and process development. Known for strong research methodologies, scientific writing, and laboratory execution, with a history of supporting new products, mentoring students, and improving technical outcomes.
Overview
2
2
Languages
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
The University of Tokyo
04.2025 - Current
- Mainly worked on carbon fibre composite materials in aeronautics and astronautics.
- For recycling and sustainability, developed and evaluated recycled carbon fibre composites and noble surface treatment with nanobubbles.
- Designed experimental workflows to advance research objectives and improve data reliability.
- Analyzed complex datasets using statistical methods to support publication-ready findings.
- Prepared peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, and conference presentations for academic dissemination.
- Coordinated collaborative studies across faculty teams, external partners, and shared research facilities.
- Mentored non-Japanese master students, enhancing their skills and supporting their career development.
R&D Project Manager
Lignomateria Co.
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Led R&D project plans, aligning timelines, resources, and technical priorities across cross-functional teams.
- Managed project risks, resolving technical blockers and escalating issues to maintain delivery momentum.
- Joined a doctor course to accelerate the company business and further deepen technical / academic skills.
- Coordinated experimental workflows, ensuring accurate documentation, version control, and stakeholder visibility.
- Worked with and prepared with a patent law office to apply for new patents.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to provide technical expertise during the creation of promotional materials for newly developed products or technologies.
- Presented findings from current on-going projects at internal meetings or conferences showcasing the value of R&D initiatives within the organization.
- Established strong relationships with external partners including vendors, academic institutions, or other industry experts to support research initiatives as needed.
R&D Researcher
C-One Japan
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Assigned and worked on a high pressure tank, CNT composite material, high temperature application projects.
- Led experimental design and refined test conditions to improve research accuracy and reproducibility.
- Analyzed development data and identified process gaps for targeted technical improvements.
- Coordinated cross-functional reviews to align specifications, timelines, and validation requirements.
- Documented research findings and maintained precise technical records for internal reference.
Technical Specialist
The University of Tokyo
03.2015 - 10.2019
- Worked and established on new thermoplastic prepreg production line inside of the university facility.
- Evaluated the new production line, and refined it to improve the production quality.
- Supported and supplied thermoplastic prepregs to co-workers and wrote a new paper on the prepreg system and its quality.
- Maintained accurate records for experiments, assets, and operational procedures.
- Standardized documentation for technical processes, safety checks, and equipment usage.
Senior Engineer
Industrial Summit Technology
03.2010 - 02.2015
- Mainly worked and developed on polyimide RTM moulding technology.
- Coordinated project timelines, technical reviews, and stakeholder communication across engineering teams.
- Designed technical solutions supporting product development, system integration, and manufacturing requirements.
- Set a new technical target to promote new products for the potential customers.
- Reviewed specifications and requirements to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
Enginner
I.S.T Corp.
04.2004 - 02.2010
- Worked on fluoropolymer polymer dispersion, polyimide resin and super engineering plastics.
- Led and executed some projects with operational requirements and technical standards.
- Developed and refined specifications, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance with established engineering practices.
- Coordinated with production, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve complex technical issues.
Education
Ph.D. - Material Science
Saitama University
Saitama, Japan 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Polymer Science
Kansai Univeristy
Suita, Japan 04.2001 -
Skills
Experimental design
Research methodologies
Laboratory techniques
Scientific writing
Research
Technical innovation
Innovation and creativity
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher
The University of Tokyo
04.2025 - Current
R&D Project Manager
Lignomateria Co.
07.2020 - 12.2023
R&D Researcher
C-One Japan
10.2019 - 05.2020
Technical Specialist
The University of Tokyo
03.2015 - 10.2019
Senior Engineer
Industrial Summit Technology
03.2010 - 02.2015
Enginner
I.S.T Corp.
04.2004 - 02.2010
Ph.D. - Material Science
Saitama University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Polymer Science
Kansai Univeristy
04.2001 -