Seeking a few Postdoctoral Researchers (26-1503)
Laboratory / Division
Quantum Matter Theory Research Group
RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science
(Group Director: Akira Furusaki)
Outline of Laboratory / Division
Our research group studies quantum phenomena in condensed matter from a theoretical perspective. We investigate magnetism and superconductivity in strongly correlated electron systems, topological phases such as topological insulators and topological superconductors, and quantum spin liquids. We also study the dynamics of open quantum many-body systems, including ultracold atomic systems, and topics at the interface of quantum information and many-body physics.
Job Title and Job Description
Job Title
Postdoctoral Researcher, a few positions
In principle, a Postdoctoral Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree of less than 5 years
Job Description
Theoretical research on topological phases, strongly correlated electron systems, open quantum systems, and related topics.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.
Qualification
Applicants must obtain a PhD through theoretical research in condensed matter physics, or are expected to obtain one by the start date.
Work Location
Quantum Matter Theory Research Group, RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198)
RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary, in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
Salary and Benefits
- 1.A one-year fixed-term of employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to a maximum 3 years of employment.
- 2.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. In principle, employment contracts will not be renewed for individuals older than 70 years.
In principle, the first two months of employment are considered a trial period.
Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance.
Discretionary work, commuting, and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.
- The approximate amount of salary at the time of employment:
- The total amount of monthly discretionary work allowance and monthly salary at the time of hiring will be 400,000 JPY or more.
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.
This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Days off include Saturdays and Sundays, public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec. 29 - Jan 3), and RIKEN Foundation Day.
Paid leave includes annual paid leave (up to 20 days depending on the month of employment), special paid leave (caring for a sick child, 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.
Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).
- *Eligible to apply for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi).
- *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 Wako Campus has an on-site daycare, RIKEN Kids Wako. For details, please send an email to kids@riken.jp.
Application and Required Documents
Required Documents
- 1.Complete CV or CV (with email address)
- *Write the open call ID “26-1503”, indicated in the parentheses next to the job title, in the open call ID section, located in the upper right corner of your CV.
- 2.List of research achievement and publications
(including ResearcherID or Google Scholar ID, if available) - 3.A letter of recommendation from individual who can attest to the applicant's qualifications (this is usually the current supervisor)
- *Please specify the referee’s contact information (name, affiliation, job title, phone number, and email address)
- *The letter should be addressed to “Dr. Takahisa Arima, Center Director of CEMS”
(If a letter from the current supervisor is unavailable, a letter from a substitute reference will be acceptable.)
- 4.A set of copies of up to 5 major papers
- 5.Summary of major achievements to date and research proposal (about 5 pages in total)
- 6.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 except the letter of recommendation combined into a single ZIP file should be uploaded to the following link:
The uploaded file name should contain your name.
A letter of recommendation must be uploaded directly by the referee using the link below. Please include the referee’s name, affiliation, and email address in the letter of recommendation.
Note: Application documents will not 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.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers
To ensure a safe and proper environment throughout our recruitment process, RIKEN has established the Guidelines for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers and strictly enforces compliance among all staff members.
Selection Process
Application screening and interview for selected applicants
Notification of Hiring Decision
The notification of hiring decision (conditional offer of employment) regarding this selection shall be carried out through the presentation of a Fixed-term Employment Contract or a Conditional Offer of Employment issued by RIKEN.
Start of Employment
As early as possible (Negotiable)
Contact Information
Quantum Matter Theory Research Group, RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science
Ms. Masayo Ajiro
Email: a-masayo@riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.