Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist

Researcher (R2) Application Deadline: 29 Oct 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 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Background of the recruitment and description of the project The disposal of high-level radioactive wastes from nuclear power plants is a problem considered to be one of the most important issues at both national and international levels. As a fundamental solution to the problem, the establishment of nuclear transmutation technology where long-lived nuclides can be changed to short-lived or stable ones will be vital. Progress in R & D in the transmutation of long-lived fission products (LLFP) in the nuclear wastes however, has been slow. Our group aims to obtain reaction data of LLFP at RIBF and other facilities which may lead to a new discovery and invention for peaceful use of nuclear power and the welfare of humanity. Keywords: Negative muons, nuclear transmutation data, muon-induced nuclear reactions, detector development Details of the business RIKEN is Japan's largest and most comprehensive research organization for basic and applied science. Work content and job description Leading a wide range of research activities, including the acquisition of nuclear transmutation data using negative muons, related research and development, and applied research. The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above. Assigned department: Existing departments Work location Address: 351-0198 Saitama, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, RIKEN Wako Campus RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary, in accordance with RIKEN regulations. Number of hired Number of hired: 1 person(s) Job title: Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist, one position Research Scientist: Conduct research projects and other activities in the relevant division. Senior Research Scientist: Senior Researcher will assist superior officers with their duties while independently conducting research. The applicant will be assigned to an appropriate position based on his/her ability, aptitude, etc. Start of Employment: April 1st, 2027 or later Additional Information Benefits Compensation Annual salary: 5 million yen Wages description: 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: Research Scientist The monthly salary including discretionary work allowance at the time of employment will be 448,585 JPY or more. Senior Research Scientist The monthly salary including discretionary work allowance at the time of employment will be 535,570 JPY or more. Working hours: 09:00-17:20 Break time: 12:00-12:50 Holidays: 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). Overtime and other explanations: This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes. Employment type: Contract employee Employment type description: Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist Contract period: Nontenured Contract period description: 1. A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, to a maximum of 2 years from the initial date of hire. 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. Probationary period: Present Probationary period description: In principle, the first two months of employment are considered a trial period. There is no change of working conditions. Various systems Pay increase system: 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. Transportation expenses: available Others: Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai). There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave. Insurance Employees' Health Insurance: available Employees' Pension Insurance: available Worker's accident insurance: available Employment insurance: available Others: available Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace Smoking is entirely prohibited on site. Supplementary explanation of compensation 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. 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 . Additional comments 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. Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: RIKEN Country: Japan City: Saitama Contact City: Saitama