Postdoctoral Researcher Position at Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), Frontier Molecules Group
Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
Type: Fixed-Term
Field or Position
Postdoctoral Researcher
Number of Positions
1
Affiliation
Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), Frontier Molecules Group
Job Summary
The successful candidate will conduct research into the synthesis of liquid electret molecules and develop flexible electret devices.
Scope of Job Description Changes
Duties are subject to change within the scope of the employee’s position.
Qualifications
- Educational Background:
- A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field is required.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in organic synthesis is essential.
- Experience in the synthesis of π-conjugated molecules is preferred.
- Language Proficiency:
- Strong communication skills in either Japanese or English.
Starting Date
April 1, 2025, or later.
Term of Employment
- Initial Term: 1 year.
- Extension: Possible up to 5 years based on annual evaluations.
Contract Renewal and Maximum Employment Period
Renewal of the contract will depend on:
- Work performance and attitude.
- Progress of ongoing projects.
- Workload at the end of the contract period.
- Budgetary considerations.
Workplace
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS), Namiki-Site (Tsukuba City, Ibaraki).
Scope of Workplace Changes
Any changes to the workplace will be limited to the Employer’s sites or other approved locations.
Work Hours
- Standard Hours: 7 hours and 45 minutes per day.
- Flex-Time: Negotiable.
Holidays
- Saturdays, Sundays, and National Holidays.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary and allowances will comply with NIMS regulations.
- Commuting allowance provided.
- National insurance benefits included.
Trial Period
A probationary period will be observed as per institutional guidelines.
Insurance
- Health Insurance (MEXT Mutual Aid Association).
- Welfare Pension Insurance.
- Employment Insurance.
- Workers’ Accident Compensation Insurance.
Employees will be automatically enrolled upon meeting the eligibility requirements.
Employer
President, National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS).
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email:
- NIMS CV (with a recent photo).
- List of Publications, including papers and invited talks.
- Research Accomplishments: A brief summary (1 page, A4 size).
- Self-Promotion Statement: Highlight your strengths (1 page, A4 size).
- Reprints of 3 Papers (PDF format).
- References: Name, affiliation, and contact details of two referees.
Email Privacy Notice
Personal information submitted will be protected under NIMS privacy policy.
Submission Deadline
Applications will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.
Selection Process
- Initial Screening: Document review.
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact Information
Takashi Nakanishi
Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA)
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
1-1 Namiki, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0044, Japan
Email: NAKANISHI.Takashi=nims.go.jp (Replace “=” with “@”).
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