Leading Researcher (R4)

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Background of the recruitment and description of the project

National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) calls for outstanding researchers to create new research groups in various fields of Materials Science. The successful candidate will receive full support for prompt start-up of research activities through preferential measures such as (1) allocation of start-up funds of 30 million yen in the first year, (2) assignment of one permanent staff member at the beginning, and (3) priority allocation of laboratory space.

Researchers with strong research accomplishments in all fields in materials science, both basic and applied, are eligible to apply. In particular, priority will be given to research into (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. Internationally highly esteemed researchers in any of these fields, and who are willing to further develop these achievements at NIMS are welcome to apply.

The successful candidates are expected to lead in the relevant areas to a world-class level through the group research. They are expected to go beyond basic research considering future applications. We also welcome applicants from overseas and those with corporate experience.

Work content and job description

1. 30 million yen will be allocated as start-up funds for the first year, in addition to the operating subsidy project research funds. After that, special budgetary measures will be taken into consideration according to the situation.
2. Laboratory space will be allocated on a priority basis.
3. To launch a new group, the quota of one permanent researcher will be provided at the beginning.
4. Graduate students can be admitted as faculty members* of the NIMS Joint Graduate School Program. (*Additional application to the program is required after the employment.)
5. Remuneration will be determined at the discretion of the President, depending on performance, experience, etc. in accordance with the Salary Regulations for Permanent Employees.
6. No term of office. Group leaders may hold office until age 65, subject to reappointment review. Fellows* can maintain their research groups until the age of 70. (*Additional screening will be required.)

The successful candidates are expected to develop high-level innovative research on materials and/or devices taking advantage of the excellent research environment at NIMS. NIMS provides English supports to non-Japanese speaking researchers.

* 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: 8 million yen - 13 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 will be 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.
A retirement allowance is also 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. Workmen's 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: Retirement age: 62 (as of FY2025~2026)
* Following the national government employees, the retirement age will be raised by one year every two years in stages starting in April 2023, and will be 65 years old after April 2031. (For those born on or after April 2, 1967, the retirement age will be 65.)
* In case an employee retires before the age of 65, he/she can use the reemployment system to be rehired until the age of 65 if he/she so desires.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Six months from the start date of employment

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: National Institute for Materials Science
Country: Japan
City: Ibaraki