Job Information
- Organisation/Company: National Institute for Materials Science
- Department: Human Resources Development Office
- Research Field: Chemistry, Technology, Physics, Engineering
- Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
- Application Deadline: 31 Mar 2027 - 23:59 (UTC)
- Country: Japan
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Job Status: Not Applicable
- Hours Per Week: See description
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Offer Description
Background of the recruitment and description of the project
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) is launching an international open call for outstanding researchers who can drive world-class research in materials science, to further strengthen the research at NIMS as a Specified National Research and Development Agency. The successful candidate will receive full support for the prompt start-up and subsequent development of the research activities on his/her new independent research group as Fellow or Distinguished Group Leader through preferential measures such as (1) allocation of a start-up fund (research fund) of around 100 million yen in the first year, (2) assignment of one permanent group member, (3) priority allocation of laboratory space, and (4) planning of special projects from the second year onwards.
The research areas to be recruited: (1) hydrogen-related materials, (2) battery materials, (3) quantum materials, (4) semiconducting materials, (5) artificial intelligence materials, (6) metal and inorganic materials, (7) organic materials, (8) biomaterials, (9) data-driven materials development, and (10) advanced materials analysis technology. Researchers who have world-class achievements in any of the above areas and who are willing to develop them further at NIMS are welcome to apply. We are looking for researchers who can provide strong leadership to take NIMS to a world-class status in the area.
Work content and job description
- Around 100 million yen will be allocated in the first year as start-up funds for research.
- To launch a new group, one researcher (permanent position) will be assigned to the group or recruited as needed.
- Laboratory space will be allocated on a priority basis.
- Special project planning is offered as a priority from the second year onward.
- Faculty members of the NIMS Joint Graduate School Program may supervise graduate students as their primary supervisor. (Additional application to the program is required after the employment.)
- Remuneration is at the discretion of the NIMS President. It depends on performance, experience, etc.
- Employed as a permanent researcher. The retirement age will be 65 from FY2031. Distinguished Group Leaders may hold the position of group leader until the retirement age. Fellows may retain the research group until the age of 70.
- Dual Career Partner Support: If a candidate who has successfully passes this screening process accepts a position at NIMS and wishes to have his/her partner work at NIMS, we will consider hiring the partner. Please consult us.
Assigned department: Existing departments
Work location
Address: 305-0047 Ibaraki Tsukuba, Sengen 1-2-1; Sengen Site (1-2-1 Sengen), Namiki Site (1-1 Namiki) or Sakura Site (3-13 Sakura)
Number of hired
Number of hired: 1 person(s)
Number of hired description: A few positions available.
Additional Information
Benefits
Compensation
Annual salary: 10 million yen
Wages description: Salaries will be determined based on ability, experience, performance, etc. Either a monthly or an annual salary system will be applied.
There is a salary increase once a year (July) and a bonus twice a year (June, December). Various allowances (e.g., dependent care allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance) specified in the Salary Regulations for Permanent Employees will be paid according to stipulated conditions. Retirement allowance available.
In the case of the annual salary system, the salary consists of the main salary and the performance salary. The main salary is subject to regular salary increases (once a year (July)), and the performance salary varies according to the annual performance evaluation. The retirement allowance is included in the annual salary.
Medical benefits and pension plans are provided if the candidate joins the National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Association. Workers' accident compensation and unemployment insurance schemes are also available.
Working hours: 08:30-17:15
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3), annual paid leave, summer holidays, maternity leave, special leave for marriages and funerals, and other types of leave as specified in the Working Regulations for Permanent Employees.
Overtime and other explanations: The discretionary labor system for professional work will be applied. It is deemed appropriate for candidates to work 8 hours and 15 minutes per day.
Teleworking program available.
Employment type: Regular employee
Contract period: Tenured
Contract period description: Distinguished Group Leader: 65 years old.
Fellow: 70 years old.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Six months from the start date of employment