Job Information
Organisation/Company: Institute of Science Tokyo Department: School of Engineering Research Field: Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geosciences, Engineering, Technology Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2026 - 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 Quantum Informatics Group (qig-lab.net) aims to establish a new framework of quantum science & technology that connects quantum control and quantum measurement with real-world technological and societal applications. The long-term scientific vision of the group is to transform quantum coherence from a fragile phenomenon into a designable information resource, thereby creating new principles of quantum metrology, quantum control, and quantum information science.
Research Initiative
To advance quantum science to its next stage, the group strategically promotes research under the following research architecture:
- Quantum Metrology & Machine Learning (Flagship)
- Diamond Quantum Electronics
- Quantum Materials & Extreme Conditions
- Quantum Environmental & Infrastructure Sensing
- Quantum Probability & Social Informatics (Pathfinder)
Research Environment
Our group actively promotes collaborations with leading research institutions in Japan and abroad, and maintains close partnerships with organizations such as The University of Chicago, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, and the National Institute for Materials Science. Supported by competitive funding programs, we provide a stable research environment for pursuing long-term scientific challenges.
This position offers an intensive opportunity for early-career researchers who aspire to become independent principal investigators and to develop the skills and mindset required to become PI-ready within the next few years.
Principal Investigator
The group is led by Keigo Arai, Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, School of Engineering, Institute of Science Tokyo. Dr. Arai received his PhD in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2016 and conducted research in quantum control and quantum metrology at Harvard University.
https://qig-lab.net/
Work content and job description
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will join the Quantum Informatics Group and conduct research related to one or more of the following areas:
- Advancement of quantum control and measurement integrated with machine learning
- Development of diamond quantum electronics
- Exploration of quantum materials (magnetism and superconductivity) under extreme conditions
- Development of environmental and ocean quantum sensing technologies
- Application of quantum probability theory to cognitive science and social systems
Research themes will be determined based on the candidate’s expertise and the strategic direction of the group.
Research Roles
Our research environment integrates researchers with complementary research styles. We particularly welcome researchers with strengths in the following roles:
- Concept-driven researchers: Researchers who create new concepts and measurement principles in areas such as quantum measurement theory, quantum information, and machine learning.
- System builders: Researchers who build quantum sensing platforms by developing quantum devices, materials, and measurement instrumentation.
- Experimental drivers: Researchers who accelerate research execution through high-throughput experimentation, reproducibility testing, and experimental automation.
Desired Qualities
We value researchers who combine intellectual curiosity with strong scientific execution ability. We expect researchers to:
- Formulate original scientific questions beyond incremental extensions of existing work
- Develop new experimental, theoretical, or measurement methodologies
- Promote interdisciplinary research across physics, engineering, and data science
- Bridge fundamental quantum science with real-world applications
Assigned department: Existing departments
Work location
Address: 226-8501 Kanagawa 4259 Nagatsuta-cho, Midori-ku, Yokohama
Number of hired
Number of hired: 5 person(s)
Number of hired description: To support the expansion of research activities in quantum science and technology, the Quantum Informatics Group is recruiting up to five researchers. These positions aim to strengthen the group’s research program spanning quantum metrology, quantum devices, quantum materials, quantum sensing, and quantum social systems. The specific research topic will be determined based on the candidate’s expertise and the group’s research strategy. The number of hires may be adjusted depending on the strength of the applicant pool.
Job content supplemental explanation: The starting date is as soon as possible after the selection process (negotiable).
Where to apply
Website: https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=0&ln=1&id=D126030532&ln_jor=1
Additional Information
Benefits
Compensation: Annual salary: 4 million yen - 8 million yen
Wages description: Annual salary system (in accordance with the Regulations for Fixed-Term Employees of the Institute of Science Tokyo).
Working hours: 09:00-17:00
Employment type: Regular employee
Contract period: Nontenured
Contract period description: Until March 31, 2028, with the possibility of renewal.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Probationary period: 14 days, in accordance with Article 12 of the Regulations for Fixed-Term Employees of the Institute of Science Tokyo.
Various systems
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance: Health insurance: Mutual Aid Association (Short-term benefits)
Employees' Pension Insurance: Yes
Worker's accident insurance: Yes
Employment insurance: Yes
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Smoking is prohibited on campus, except in designated outdoor smoking areas.
Supplementary explanation of compensation
To promote diversity and strengthen the research and organizational capacity of the university, the Institute of Science Tokyo ensures equal opportunities for participation by international researchers and women across all research fields. Confirmation of applicability to the “Specific Categories” under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA) will be conducted.
Additional comments
Career Development
One of the missions of the Quantum Informatics Group is to foster the next generation of independent researchers (principal investigators). The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop PI-ready research capabilities through the following activities:
- Participation in international collaborative research and research exchanges with overseas institutions
- Guidance and support for publishing research results in international peer-reviewed journals
- Experience in research grant applications and research project design
- Opportunities to supervise students and participate in research team management
Through these experiences, postdoctoral researchers are expected to develop the skills and mindset necessary to become independent, PI-ready researchers.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Institute of Science Tokyo
Country: Japan
City: Kanagawa
Contact
City: Tokyo
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