Job Information Organisation/Company: RIKEN Department: Administrative Support Office Research Field: Technology; Physics; Chemistry; Engineering Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Application Deadline: 5 Nov 2027 - 23:59 (UTC) Country: Japan Type of Contract: Permanent Job Status: Not Applicable Hours Per Week: See description EU Research Framework Programme: Not funded by a EU programme Staff position related to a research infrastructure: No Offer Description Background of the recruitment and description of the project We work on the development of biologically inspired catalysts as well as the application of biological systems towards energy conversion and material production. Specifically, we aim to understand nature’s ingenuity towards catalysis, electron/proton transport, metabolic regulation, responsiveness to external stimuli, and energy management in deep sea environments to develop novel materials and systems necessary to effectively manage renewable energy sources. Keywords: Inorganic chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Electrochemistry, Catalytic Chemistry, Spectroscopy For more information, please refer to the following link: https://rnakamura-lab.riken.jp/index.html Details of the business RIKEN is Japan's largest and most comprehensive research organization for basic and applied science. Work content and job description A technical staff will support experiments related to inorganic chemistry, catalytic chemistry, electrochemistry, or analytical chemistry (preparation of catalysts, conducting and supporting experiments for catalytic characterization, data analysis, and data management, etc.) The successful candidate is also expected to take care of safety management related to chemical experiments and laboratory safety, such as liquid waste disposal and reagent management. The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above. The difference in positions is as follows: Technical Staff I: Conduct discretionary technical support for corresponding laboratories. Technical Staff II: Conduct technical support for corresponding laboratory. Assigned department: Existing departments Work location Address: 351-0198 Saitama, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, 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) Number of hired description: Technical staff I* (discretionary labor system) or technical staff II** (non discretionary labor system), 1 position *The applicant will be assigned to an appropriate position based on his/her ability, aptitude, etc. Job content supplemental explanation: Start of Employment April 1, 2027 Additional Information Benefits Compensation Annual salary: 3 million yen Wages description: Technical Staff I 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 313,660 JPY or more. Technical Staff II 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. Commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied. The approximate amount of salary at the time of employment: Annual salary at the time of hiring will be paid monthly in the amount of 278,800 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 (childcare, family nursing care, etc.), and work-life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment). Overtime and other explanations: Technical Staff I position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes. Technical staff II falls under the non-discretionary work system; Work hours: 9:00 to 17:20 (lunch break 12:00 to 12:50). If necessary, employees may be instructed to work outside of these hours. Employment type: Contract employee Employment type description: Technical staff I or technical staff II Contract period: Nontenured Contract period description: 1. A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to a maximum of March 31, 2032. 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. Those who wish to continue working at RIKEN beyond this point may apply for open positions. Probationary period: 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. For more information, please get in touch with the hiring staff at nakamuralab-recruit@ml.riken.jp . 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
