【Special Open Call】G25-01 Leaders Conducting Research in Materials Science,
Researcher (permanent position), Group Leader

National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) calls for outstanding researchers to create new research groups in various fields of Materials Science. The successful candidate will receive full support for prompt start-up of research activities through preferential measures such as (1) allocation of start-up funds of 30 million yen in the first year, (2) assignment of one permanent staff member at the beginning, and (3) priority allocation of laboratory space.

Researchers with strong research accomplishments in all fields in materials science, both basic and applied, are eligible to apply. In particular, priority will be given to research into (1) Hydrogen-related materials, (2) Battery materials, (3) Quantum materials, (4) Semiconducting materials, (5) Artificial intelligence materials, (6) Metal and inorganic materials, (7) Organic materials, (8) Biomaterials, (9) Data-driven materials development, and (10) Advanced materials analysis technology. Internationally highly esteemed researchers in any of these fields, and who are willing to further develop these achievements at NIMS are welcome to apply.

The successful candidates are expected to lead in the relevant areas to a world-class level through the group research. They are expected to go beyond basic research considering future applications. We also welcome applicants from overseas and those with corporate experience.

1. 30 million yen will be allocated as start-up funds for the first year, in addition to the operating subsidy project research funds. After that, special budgetary measures will be taken into consideration according to the situation.
2. Laboratory space will be allocated on a priority basis.
3. To launch a new group, the quota of one permanent researcher will be provided at the beginning.
4. Graduate students can be admitted as faculty members* of the NIMS Joint Graduate School Program. (*Additional application to the program is required after the employment.)
5. Remuneration will be determined at the discretion of the President, depending on performance, experience, etc. in accordance with the Salary Regulations for Permanent Employees.
6. No term of office. Group leaders may hold office until age 65, subject to reappointment review. Fellows* can maintain their research groups until the age of 70. (*Additional screening will be required.)

The successful candidates are expected to develop high-level innovative research on materials and/or devices taking advantage of the excellent research environment at NIMS. NIMS provides English supports to non-Japanese speaking researchers.

Salaries will be determined based on ability, experience, performance, etc. Either a monthly or an annual salary system will be applied.
There will be a salary increase once a year (July) and a bonus twice a year (June, December).
Various allowances (e.g., dependent care allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance) specified in the Salary Regulations for Permanent Employees will be paid according to stipulated conditions.
A retirement allowance is also available.

* In the case of the annual salary system, the salary consists of the main salary and the performance salary. The main salary is subject to regular salary increases (once a year (July)), and the performance salary varies according to the annual performance evaluation. The retirement allowance is included in the annual salary.

Medical benefits and pension plans are provided if the candidate joins the National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Association. Workmen's accident compensation and unemployment insurance schemes are also available.

* Exemption from repayment of scholarship loan from the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)

No person falling under any of the following items may be eligible for the application:

1. a person who has been sentenced to imprisonment or a more severe punishment, and of whom the execution of the sentence has not been completed or who has not yet ceased to be amenable to the execution of the sentence;
2. a person who was dismissed by a disciplinary action and for whom period of two years has not expired since the day of that disposition;
3. a person who, on or after the date of the enforcement of the Constitution of Japan, formed or belonged to a political party or other organization which advocated the overthrow by force of the Constitution of Japan or the government established thereunder.

We believe that the fulfillment of the overall work and family life of each employee, who has diverse values and lifestyles, will lead to the revitalization of NIMS, and we are working to create a workplace where both men and women can work comfortably.
Details are on the following website:
https://www.nims.go.jp/eng/nims/equality/

Smoking is not permitted on the premises except in designated smoking areas.

Submit an entry sheet and CV (free format) along with the list of publications through the e-mail address provided below. The entry sheet form can be downloaded from the link at the bottom of this page.
Please match the applicant's publications with the data in Scopus or Web of Science so that the NIMS recruitment office can verify it.

* Only those who pass the document screening will be called for the subsequent interview by us (Human Resources Development Group, NIMS). Please return the application forms by the specified date and time.
* The information provided for application will be used only for the employment selection and as the analytical data for verification of the recruitment process, and will not be used for any other purpose. We appropriately manage the personal information under the NIMS Regulations for Protection of Personal Information.