2026.08.04
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Fixed Term：Center for Basic Research on Materials（CBRM）, Nanoprove Group
| Field or Position | Postdoctoral Research Fellow |
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| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Affiliation |
Nanoprove Group
Center for Basic Research on Materials(CBRM) |
| Work Description | We conduct research on surface chemistry—such as the synthesis of carbon nanostructures—using an extreme high-vacuum, low-temperature atomic force microscopy and scanning tunneling microscopy system.
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| Scope of Work Description Change | All duties related to this position |
| Qualification | Applicants should hold a Ph.D. or possess equivalent expertise in fields such as physics, chemistry, materials science, or electrical engineering. Proficiency in English communication is required. This research involves a new interdisciplinary field combining optical microscopy and chemistry; we are seeking candidates who are eager to expand their own research horizons. Candidates with an interest in instrumentation development are particularly welcome. |
| Starting Date | 1st November 2026 or later (negotiable) |
| Term | One year from the date of appointment |
| Contract Renewal Criteria / Maximum Employment Period | Renewal of the contract will be determined based on work performance, work attitude, progress of the work engaged in, workload at the end of the contract period, budget situation, and other factors.The maximum employment period shall not exceed five (5) years. This may be subject to change because of amendments to the Working Regulations. |
| Work Place | National Institute for Materials Science, sengen-Site (Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan) |
| Scope of Work Location Changes | The scope of the change of place of work shall be limited to each of the Employer's site, as well as other locations separately approved by the Employer. |
| Work Hours | 7 hours and 45 minutes per day, 5 days a week; break time: 12:00–13:00. Under the discretionary labor system, the deemed working time is 8 hours and 15 minutes per day. |
| Holiday | Saturdays, Sundays, and National Holidays, New Year holidays, annual paid leave and other holidays as stipulated in the Working Regulations. |
| Salary / Supply | In accordance with the NIMS Regulations on Remuneration for Fixed-Term Employees Monthly salary: 376,380 JPY – 446,210 JPY Includes deemed overtime allowance (refer to Article 13-2 of the NIMS Regulations on Remuneration for Fixed-Term Employees) |
| Trial Period | Two months from the start date of employment |
| Insurance | Health insurance (MEXT Mutual Aid Association), Welfare Pension Insurance, Employment Insurance and Worker’s Accident Compensation Insurance. You will be automatically enrolled in these insurances when working conditions meet the requirements. |
| Employer | President, National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) |
| Measures to prevent passive smoking | No smoking (except in designated areas outside) |
| How to Apply | Please submit the following documents by email:
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| Delivery Address | The contact address below |
| Deadline | Until a qualified candidate is found. |
| Selection Process | After document screening, candidates will be contacted for interview. |
| Contact to | Shigeki Kawai 1-2-1 Sengen, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0047, Japan National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) Center for Basic Research on Materials (CBRM) Nano-Probe Group E-Mail: KAWAI.Shigeki=nims.go.jp (Please change "=" to "@") |