One of the prominent features of
International Center for Young Scientists (ICYS) is to offer young researchers, as ICYS Research Fellows, opportunity to conduct an independent and self-directed research in various fields of materials science with full access to NIMS advanced research facilities. The initial contract term is 3 years, renewed up tp 5 years based on annual evaluation. *If the applicant is already in NIMS as a non-permanent researcher(Post doc et al.), the max contract term depends on work experience at NIMS. A research grant of 2 million JPY per year will be provided to each ICYS Research Fellow. Advice from mentors and full clerical support are also given to each ICYS Research Fellow so that the Fellows can concentrate on their research. Furthermore, advantage is given when applying to NIMS permanent researcher position and about 50% of the applicants are accepted. The recruitment for ICYS Research Fellows is twice a year in August and September, and in February and March.