Fixed Term Researcher
As of April 2026, the job titles for fixed-term employees will be changed as follows.
"NIMS Special Researcher" changed to "Specially Appointed Researcher"
"NIMS Postdoctoral Researcher" changed to "Postdoctoral Research Fellow"
Positions Currently Available
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2026.08.06
Postdoctoral research Fellow in micro-/nano-mechanical characterisation of metallic and ceramic materials.Research Center for Structural Materials (RCSM) , Mechanical Properties Group
The successful candidate will study fundamental deformation processes of plasticity and fracture in the vicinity of interfaces between dissimilar phases, including at the extreme conditions (e.g. cryo...
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2026.08.06
Postdoctoral Research FellowCenter for Basic Research on Materials (CBRM) , In-situ Electron Microscopy Technique Group
Research and Development in Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Design of observation and spectroscopic analysis methodologies using TEM Microstructural characterization of inorganic material...
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2026.08.05
Postdoctoral Research FellowResearch Center for Energy and Environmental Materials (GREEN) , Battery Materials Analysis Group
We aim to elucidate the reaction mechanisms of secondary batteries and fuel cells using measurement techniques such as XPS, XADS, and AFM.
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2026.08.04
Postdoctoral Research FellowCenter for Basic Research on Materials(CBRM) , Nanoprove Group
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 microsc...
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2026.07.29
Postdoctoral Research FellowAutomated Electrochemical Experiments Team, Battery and Cell Materials Field, Research Center for Energy and Environmental Materials (GREEN) , Automated Electrochemical Experiments Team
Research and performance evaluation on materials for electrochemical energy conversion, utilizing autonomous/automated experimental techniques. Specifically, candidates are expected to conduct R&D...
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2026.07.03
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Ceramics processingResearch Center for Electronic and Optical Materials , Optical Ceramics Group
Slurry preparation for bulk ceramics, sintering and evaluation of processing parameters
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2026.07.02
Soecially Appointed Research FellowCenter for Green Research on Energy and Environmental Materials , Solid State Battery Ionics Group
The successful candidate will conduct research on ion transport mechanisms in oxide solid electrolytes and all-solid-state battery materials. The aim is to understand lithium-ion diffusion in solids a...
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2026.06.29
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Quantum MaterialsResearch Center for Electronic and Optical Materials , Semiconductor Defect Design Group
This position is for research on the physical properties of quantum materials for quantum sensing applications, such as NV centers formed within diamonds. Specifically, spin characterization of color ...
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2026.06.22
Postdoctoral Research FellowResearch Center for Structural Materials (RCSM) , Corrosion and Protection Group
Research on corrosion resistance of infrastructure structural materials
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2026.06.05
Postdoctoral Research FellowReserch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Polymeric Biomaterials Group
This postdoctoral researcher position focuses on research on the development of polymer biomaterials for medical applications. Specifically, you will develop biomaterials—such as injectable gels...
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2026.06.05
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Center for Basic Research on Materials (CBRM) , Materials Data Algorithms Group
The successful candidate will engage in the development of "AI-driven materials research methods" that integrate materials data with cutting-edge AI technologies, utilizing approaches such a...
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2026.05.13
Postdoctoral Researcher (Organic chemistry, Electrochemistry)Research Center for Energy and Environmental Materials (GREEN) , Frontier Battery Materials Group
We are aiming at developing functional materials applicable to rechargeable batteries with multivalent metal negative electrodes.
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2026.05.09
Postdoctoral ResearcherResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Data-driven Polymer Design Group
Job Description:We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team in the development of advanced polymer materials designed to promote material circulation and support a susta...
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2026.04.28
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Semiconductor DeviceResearch Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics , Semiconductor Device Group
Research on material, device, and process technologies for next-generation logic semiconductors. Leading experimental research in semiconductor device development through thin-film deposition, ...
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2026.04.24
Postdoctoral Research FellowResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Data-driven Polymer Design Group
Data-Driven Research and Development of Polymer and Functional Materials
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2026.04.09
Postdoctoral Researcher (Electron Microscopy)
Center for Basic Research on Materials (CBRM) , Electron Microscopy Group
The successful candidate will engage in the characterization of advanced materials by applying in situ transmission electron microscopy techniques for thermal, electrical, and mechanical stress observ...
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2026.03.30
Postdoctoral Research FellowResearch Center for Structural Materials , Additive Manufacturing Group
Research of surface treatment for carbon fiber reinforced plastics
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2026.01.29
Postdoctoral Researcher in MacromoleculesResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Data-driven polymer Design Group
Research on fabrication and application of porous polymer materials
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2026.01.14
Postdoctoral Research FellowResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials (RCMB) , Data-driven Polymer Design Group
Research of adhesive materials.
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2025.11.21
Postdoctoral Researcher in macromoleculesmaterialsResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Molecular Mechatronics Group
We aim to develop organic and polymeric materials that exhibit efficient ion and electronic charge-transporting capabilities.
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2025.11.06
NIMS Postdoctoral ResearcherCenter for Basic Research on Materials , Data-driven Materials Research Field, Materials Modeling Group
This position is offered within the GteX project, which promotes digital transformation (DX) in materials research.The successful candidate will work primarily on the development of battery-related ma...
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2025.10.25
NIMS Postdoctral Researcher in Microbial Electrochemical EngineeringResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Electrochemical Nano-Bio Group
Elucidation of bioelectron transfer mechanisms through electrochemical experiments using microorganism
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2025.04.05
Postdoctoral ResearcherResearch Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA) , Thermal Energy Materials Group
Development of thermoelectric materials & devices
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2025.03.10
Postdoctoral ResearcherResearch Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA) , Thermal Energy Materials Group
Development of thermal conductivity measurements and analysis
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2025.01.15
NIMS Postdoctral ReseacherResearch Center for Energy and Environmental Materials (GREEN) , Hydrogen Ion Materials Group, Hydrogen Technology Materials Field
The successful candidate will work on the exploration of new electrocatalyst for CO2 reduction reaction or new reaction in organic electrolysis.
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2024.04.08
Postdoctral ResearcherResearch Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials , Electrochemical Nano-Bio Group
Elucidation of bioelectron transfer mechanisms through electrochemical experiments using microorganismsDuties are subject to change within the scope of the Employee’s position.
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2023.05.17
NIMS Postdoctoral ResearcherCenter for Basic Research on Materials , Nanoprobe Group
The successful candidate will work on on-surface chemistry with high-resolution atomic force microscope/scanning tunneling microscope system, operating in ultra-high vacuum at low temperature.