Seeking a Research Part-time Worker I (26-1311)
Laboratory / Division
Laboratory for Brain Resilience
RIKEN Center for Brain Science
(Team Director: Emi Ling)
Outline of Laboratory / Division
The Laboratory for Brain Resilience explores the molecular basis of individual variation in brain aging, asking why some brains remain resilient while others decline. We integrate molecular neurobiology, biochemistry, and single-cell omics to identify the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying these differences, with the ultimate goal of translating these insights into lifelong strategies for cognitive health.
Job title and Job description
Job title
Research Part-time Worker I: 1position
Job description
We are seeking a research part-time worker to support mouse colony operations in our lab. The candidate will be responsible for expanding and maintaining several specialized mouse colonies, including setting up breedings, routine cage changes and health monitoring, and weaning. Because these colonies require careful handling, comfort working patiently with animals is essential. During periods of lower colony activity, there will be opportunities to assist with downstream experimental tasks.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.
Qualification
A person who is engaged in supporting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:
- A.Enrolled in a doctoral program and if a non-Japanese citizen, fulfills all of the following conditions:
- 1.Can verify having Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted
- 2.Does not have a concurrent position outside of RIKEN
- 3.Works no more than 28 hours per week
- B.Has knowledge or experience equivalent to that of a person with a doctoral degree
Additional qualifications:
- Experience with laboratory mice and rodent husbandry required; prior experience with breeding setup strongly preferred, and with difficult-to-handle strains preferred but not required
- Highly organized with meticulous record-keeping; able to work independently, troubleshoot effectively, and thrive in a collaborative team environment
- Eager to acquire new skills and expertise as needed
- Ability to work reliably in accordance with animal welfare regulations and institutional animal care guidelines
- Proficient in both spoken and written English
Work location
RIKEN Wako Campus (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198)
Work location will not be changed during the term of this employment contract or upon renewal.
Salary and benefits
Hourly wages
Research Part-time Worker I: 2,100-2,200JPY
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be based on RIKEN’s regulations.
Commuting allowance provided (within a pre-determined range.)
Terms of contract
A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable up to a maximum of 3 years of employment.
RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, workload at the time of contract completion, performance and work attitude and b) the continuation of the employee’s center, laboratory or project and RIKEN’s management situation and budget at the time.
Working days / hours
2-3 days per week (weekdays only), 9:00 am– 5:20 pm in one-hour units (negotiable)
Work hours not to exceed 35 hours/week
(Working days and hours are negotiable. However, daily working hours cannot be shifted for different days.)
RIKEN has a telecommuting system, but this position requires attendance at the work location. Therefore, the telecommuting system is not available for this position, in principle.
For more information, please get in touch with the hiring staff at inquiry-opencall-26-1311@ml.riken.jp.
Holidays
Saturdays and Sundays, Japanese national holidays, New Year holidays (Dec.29-Jan.3), and RIKEN Foundation Day (4th Monday in October).
Other provisions
- Worker’s accident compensation insurance applies. Social insurance will be applied depending on the working conditions.
- Paid leave includes annual paid leave (up to 20 days depending on the number of days and hours worked per week and the month of employment), special paid leave (childcare, family nursing care, etc.), and work-life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment).
- There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave.
- Smoking is entirely prohibited on site.
- These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
- RIKEN is actively undertaking initiatives to promote gender equality and diversity, and moving forward with the establishment of a diverse and vibrant research environment. If multiple candidates are found to have the same aptitude following a fair assessment, active efforts will be made to recruit female candidates.
Application and required documents
Required documents
- 1.Complete CV or CV
- 2.Reason for applying for the post
- 3.Agreement on handling of personal information (Handling of personal information based on the Hiring Privacy Policy and the Privacy Policy)
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How to apply
The above documents should be combined into a single ZIP file and uploaded to the following link:
The file name of the ZIP should contain your contact email address.
Note: None of the submitted documents will be returned.
Deadline
Open until the position is filled
Handling Personal Data
Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening at RIKEN. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred, or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.
Selection process
Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews.
Notification of hiring decision
The notification of hiring decision (conditional offer of employment) regarding this selection shall be carried out through the presentation of an Employment Contract or a Conditional Offer of Employment issued by RIKEN.
Start of Employment
November 1, 2026, or later (Negotiable)
Contact information
RIKEN Center for Brain Science
Laboratory for Brain Resilience
Email: inquiry-opencall-26-1311@ml.riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.