Job Information
- Organisation/Company: National Institutes of Natural Sciences, National Institute for Physiological Sciences
Offer Description
Background of the recruitment and description of the project
National Institute for Physiological Sciences (NIPS), National Institutes of Natural Sciences (NINS), Okazaki, Japan, invites applications for the position of Project Assistant Professor. Please recommend suitable candidates and disseminate this posting to those who wish to apply.
The Section of Brain Function Information at NIPS investigates the relationship between brain structure and function by non-invasively measuring and analyzing the structural, functional, and metabolic properties of the brain through the development of magnetic resonance (MR) measurement techniques. NIPS is participating in the “Integrated Smart Cloud Lab for Innovative Science (iLIS)” as a collaborating institution under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)'s Project for Establishing Joint Usage/Joint Research Systems, specifically the “Large-Scale Integrated Research System Formation Leading Program”. As part of this project, our section conducts research and development aimed at establishing a fundamental data center for data-driven neuroscience by promoting the automation, remote operation, and high-throughput processing and analysis of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data.
Work content and job description
We therefore invite applications from individuals who will engage in methodological research for the analysis of brain imaging data, primarily focusing on MRI, within the framework of the iLIS project. As long as the applicant is highly motivated to advance brain research through data science and the enhancement of analytical technologies—including the development of large-scale data analysis methods utilizing high-performance computing systems—no prior experience in MRI research or computer science is required. In addition to their primary duties, the successful candidate will be encouraged to pursue their own research projects, including MRI measurements, within the scope consistent with the objectives of the program and the research direction of our section.
Upon appointment, the successful candidate will actively contribute to the project's key missions, which include promoting “AI for Science” and “Neuroscience for AI” research, as well as educating and mentoring graduate students. Additionally, they are expected to participate in other NIPS research initiatives and joint collaborative programs. Furthermore, in alignment with the institute's mission and the framework of the appointment, the appointee will participate in graduate education at the Graduate University for Advanced Studies (SOKENDAI).
(Range of change) Job duties designated by NINS
Assigned department
Existing departments
Work location
Address
444-8585 Aichi 38 Nishigonaka Myodaiji, Okazaki, Aichi, 444-8585, Japan (National Institute for Physiological Sciences, National Institutes of Natural Sciences)
(Upon hiring) Section of Brain Function Information, Supportive Center for Brain Research, NIPS, NINS
(Range of change) Workplace designated by NINS
Number of hired
Number of hired: 1 person(s)
Number of hired description: (Depending on the evaluation of the candidate's research achievements, appointment may be made as a Project Research Staff.)
Job content supplemental explanation: Date of appointment
As soon as possible after the successful applicant is determined.
Additional Information
Benefits
Compensation
Annual salary: 5 million yen
Wages description: Salary will be determined based on NINS’s payment standards, and according to the applicant’s career, ability, and other factors. Other conditions will be determined as stipulated by NINS.
Working hours: 08:30-17:15
Break time: 12:00-13:00
Employment type: Regular employee
Employment type description: Full-time
Contract period: Nontenured
Contract period description: The appointment is renewable annually based on performance, up to March 31, 2030. Depending on the progress of the project and the appointee's work performance, conduct, and abilities, the appointment may be renewed up to March 31, 2036.
Probationary period: Probationary period absent
Various systems
Transportation expenses: available
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance: available
Employees' Pension Insurance: available
Worker's accident insurance: available
Employment insurance: available
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Supplementary explanation of compensation
Other conditions will be determined as stipulated by NINS.
Additional comments
(1) Gender equality
1. NIPS complies with the Act on Equal Employment Opportunities and is committed to promoting gender equality.
2. When applicants are judged to be equally qualified based on the evaluation of their achievements, NIPS will give preference to female candidates.
3. Maternity, childcare, or nursing care leave is taken into consideration, if applicants clearly indicate the period of leave on their CVs or other documents.
(2) Handling of personal information
Personal information pertaining to applications will be managed appropriately in accordance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and related rules of NINS. It will be used only for the purpose of selection and employment.
(3) Scholarship Repayment Support Program
NINS has established a scholarship repayment support program for young researchers. For appointees who meet the eligibility requirements and receive approval, NINS will make partial repayments of scholarships provided by the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) on their behalf. For details, please refer to the NINS website (https://www.nins.jp/about/folder7/dairihenkan.html).
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: National Institutes of Natural Sciences, National Institute for Physiological Sciences
- Country: Japan
- City: Aichi
Contact
City: Aichi