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Seeking a Research Part-time Worker I or II (26-1396)

Laboratory / Division

Data Assimilation Research Team
RIKEN Center for Computational Science
(Team Principal: Takemasa Miyoshi)

Outline of Laboratory / Division

The RIKEN Center for Computational Science (R-CCS), led by Center Director Satoshi Matsuoka, is an international hub for computational science that promotes “science of computing, by computing, and for computing.” R-CSS positions the technology in which RIKEN has strengths (R-CCS technology) and the software developed by RIKEN that contributes to science, technology, industry, and society (R-CCS software) as its “core competence in computational science driving science as a whole.” R-CCS aims to develop these technologies, disseminate them domestically and internationally, and produce results. In addition, R-CCS utilizes its expertise to operate the supercomputer “Fugaku”, developed as Japan’s national project, in accordance with relevant ordinances.

Weather prediction is a great achievement of human intelligence by integrating advanced sensing, supercomputing, and information and communications technologies. Here, data assimilation plays a pivotal role. Connecting the most advanced radar sensing technology and supercomputers "K" and "Fugaku", data assimilation made it possible to predict sudden downpours. Data assimilation brings links to the future and expands synergistic opportunities.

Job title and job descriptions

Job title

Research Part-time Worker I or II: 1 position

Job description

Assist with the team's data assimilation research activities.

The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

Qualification

Research Part-time Worker I: 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

Research Part-time Worker II: A person who is engaged in assisting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:

  • A.Enrolled in a master’s 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 a high level of specialized knowledge or skills

Work location

RIKEN Kobe Campus – South (7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0047, JAPAN)
Work location will not be changed during the term of this employment contract or upon renewal.

Salary and benefits

Hourly wage

  • Research Part-time Worker I:1,600JPN~2,200JPN (Hourly wages will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.)
  • Research Part-time Worker II:1,300JPN~1,550JPN (Hourly wages will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.)

Commuting allowance: provided (within a pre-determined range.)

Term of contract

A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable to a maximum of 5 years of employment.
RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, work load 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 and hours

3 hours a day, 3 days a week

In stipulated one-hour units between 9:00 am and 5:20 pm
(Working hours are negotiable. However, daily working hours cannot be shifted for different days.)

RIKEN has implemented a telecommuting system that allows employees to work from home or other locations permitted by RIKEN.

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.

The Kobe Campus has an on-site daycare, Po-I Kids Kobe. For details, please send an email to kobe-kosei@ml.riken.jp.

Application and required documents

Required documents

How to apply

Combine the above documents into a single PDF file and upload them to the following link:
Applications for R-CCS Data Assimilation Research Team

  • The file name of the PDF should contain the job ad number “26-1396, R-CCS Data Assimilation Research Team” and the applicant’s name.
  • Please write the job ad number and the name of the position that you apply for if there is an “Add additional information” box on the website.
  • After you uploaded the PDF file, please let us (r-ccs-recruit@ml.riken.jp) know the file name of the uploaded file.
  • When you send us an email, please write your name, Job Ad number and the name of the position that you apply for.

If a confirmation email is not received within 7 days after submission, please contact: r-ccs-recruit@ml.riken.jp.

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 interview. After documents screening, only successful applicants will be invited for interview.

*No inquiries on the selection process and results will be answered.

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

As early as possible

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this open position, please contact below by email:
Takemasa Miyoshi
Data Assimilation Research Team
RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Email: da-team-desk@ml.riken.jp

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