ICYS Special Call for Applications from Young Researchers in the U.S. (Applications accepted at any time)
The International Center for Young Scientists (ICYS) at National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) is accepting applications for ICYS Research Fellows (postdoctoral fellows) from young researchers (1) who are currently conducting research at universities or research institutes in the United States, but have encountered difficulties in continuing their research, or (2) who have been accepted into universities or research institutes in the United States, but have encountered difficulties in starting their research. ICYS will offer the selected candidates an opportunity to conduct independent and self-directed research in various areas of materials science, with full access to the advanced research facilities at NIMS. Applications are accepted at any time.
Description of the position
| Work description |
Pursue independent research based on your original innovative ideas on materials in the best research environment of NIMS. Research fields: Quantum Materials, Battery Materials, Magnetic Materials, Structural Materials, Data Science, Organic Materials, Biomaterials, Materials Analysis, Other Advanced Materials. |
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| Salary and benefits |
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| Term |
3 years (renewable with annual evaluation) ＊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. |
| Starting date |
The earliest possible date. |
| Work place |
National Institute for Materials Science, Sengen-Site/ NamikiｰSite/ Sakura-site (Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan) |
Eligibility
Applicants must fulfill all of the following conditions.
- 1. Pursue research independently based on your own research plan.
- 2. Have a Ph.D. obtained within 10 years or expect to be awarded a Ph.D. by the date of appointment.
- 3. Young researchers who are or were to have begun their research at a U.S. university or research institution and who are no longer able to continue their research.
* In case it is not possible to submit a certificate of expected Ph.D. by the application deadline, submit a letter signed by the supervisor stating the expected date when the Ph.D. will be awarded.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted at any time.
Send the following documents by email to ICYS Recruitment Desk <icys-recruitnims.go.jp>, with a subject line of [ICYS Special Call for Applications].
Do not use HTML mail.
Please download ICYS designated forms (1, 2, and 5) below.
- 1. CV [MS-Word]
- 2. Application form [MS-Word]
- 3. Ph.D. Certificate (If you are expected to obtain a Ph.D., required to submit a certificate of expected Ph.D.)
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PDF files of three significant publications
*PDFs of significant publications are limited to three(3) accepted.
- 5. List of DOI of journal publications [MS-Excel] (instruction for preparing the List of DOI)
- 6. Proof that you are or would have began conducting research at a U.S. university or research institution (in any format, e.g., a certificate of enrollment or a copy of the email notification of acceptance).
Selection Process
Number of Positions: Up to 10 positions will be available.
Selection will begin as soon as application materials are received at the ICYS office. The selection process consists of an initial screening of documents, followed by an interview for those who have passed the screening. The applicant will be promptly notified of the final result within approximately three weeks.
Inquiry for Recruitment
ICYS Recruitment Desk, National Institute for Materials Science
1-2-1 Sengen, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0047 JAPANEmail: icys-recruitnims.go.jp