NIMS Postdoctoral Researcher (Electrocatalysis and Applied Mathematics)

We develop new electrocatalysts using microkinetics to identify new design strategies. In addition to applicants interested in half reactions such as the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) or oxygen evolution reaction (OER), those interested in device performance such as PEM electrolyzers are also welcome. Possible research directions include, but are not limited to:

1. Development of new experimental or theoretical techniques to determine rate constants.
2. Developing models which allow prediction of activity, selectivity, stability, and other properties from rate constants.
3. Experimental verification of microkinetic models.
4. Developing better materials based on kinetic hypotheses.

All proposals related to understanding the kinetics of catalytic reactions will be given consideration. The ideal applicant will be excited to work at the interface of experiments, applied mathematics, and data science, and energize the new research team.

Monthly salary: Minimum 317,570 yen (Determined based on experience and ability in accordance with the institution's term-based employee salary regulations)
Fixed overtime pay included in monthly salary (see Article 10, item 3 of the Salary Regulations for Fixed Term Employees)  

No smoking (except in designated areas outside)

Please send the following documents to the contact address below by e-mail.

1. NIMS-CV (Please use the NIMS template with photo)
2. Achievement List
   - Journal publications: Explicitly state whether the work was peer-reviewed or not. Work not yet published may be included as long as the publication status is clarified.
   - Presentations: Separate between invited presentations, contributed oral presentations, and poster presentations. If there are many entries in each category, keep the most important 20 and clarify how many were omitted.
   - Successful funding and scholarships
   - Patents and intellectual properties
   - Awards
   - Teaching and mentoring experience
   - Any other things you would like to appeal
3. PDF of up to 3 representative papers
4. Research Achievements so far (max two A4 pages*)
   Evaluated based on:
   - Significance of the achievements
   - Feasibility of the research proposal based on the skills obtained so far
5. Research Plan (max four A4 pages *)
   Evaluated based on:
   - Scientific importance of the challenge being addressed
   - Whether the abilities of the applicant provide a unique opportunity to overcome the bottleneck challenge
6. Future Aspirations (max two A4 pages*)
   Evaluated based on:
   - Contribution to understanding the kinetics of catalysis and developing better materials
   - Growth mindset
   - Aptitude to thrive in a diverse research environment (nationalities and experimental/theoretical backgrounds)
7. Name and contact information of two scientists

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