RIKEN, Center for Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences
Position ID:
RIKEN-iTHEMS-SPDR [#31719, SPDR27]
Position Title:
RIKEN-iTHEMS-SPDR
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Subject Areas:
Physics / Theoretical Physics
Biology / Theoretical Biology
Chemistry / Theoretical
Mathematics / all areas of mathematics, and frontiers of physics, computer science, finance and interdiscipline
Biology / Theoretical Biology
Chemistry / Theoretical
Mathematics / all areas of mathematics, and frontiers of physics, computer science, finance and interdiscipline
Appl Deadline:
2026/04/02 04:00:00 (posted 2026/02/22, listed until 2026/04/18)
Position Description:
Position Description
Postdoctoral Positions at RIKEN iTHEMS through the Special Postdoctoral Researcher (SPDR) Program
The Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Center (iTHEMS) at RIKEN is inviting applications for the RIKEN Special Postdoctoral Researcher (SPDR) Program for the 2027 intake. iTHEMS provides an exceptional research environment for young researchers in theoretical and mathematical sciences across various disciplines, including physics, mathematics, biology, computational science, information science, and more.
About the SPDR Program
The SPDR Program is a prestigious postdoctoral program at RIKEN designed to foster the development of outstanding early-career scientists by providing them with the opportunity to conduct independent research at RIKEN. Selected researchers will receive: A three-year contract with competitive salary and research funding. Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and an interdisciplinary collaborative environment. Support for career development, including mentorship and networking opportunities.Why Choose iTHEMS?
iTHEMS is a unique research hub at RIKEN that promotes interdisciplinary collaborations among theoretical scientists from diverse fields. We encourage creativity and innovation through our active seminar series, workshops, and international research collaborations. SPDR fellows at iTHEMS will have the opportunity to interact with a dynamic community of researchers and engage in cutting-edge theoretical and computational research.Eligibility & Application Process
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or expect to obtain one before the designated start date. The application for the SPDR Program must be submitted directly to RIKEN via the official application page:RIKEN SPDR Program
The application deadline is 5pm April 2, 2026 (Japan Standard Time) for the registration. All the application documents including reference letters should be submitted by 5pm April 9, 2026 (Japan Standard Time).
Candidates interested in being hosted at iTHEMS should indicate iTHEMS as their preferred host organization in their application and contact a potential host researcher at iTHEMS in advance.
Host researchers at iTHEMS include:
Satoshi Iso (Theoretical Physics) iso@post.kek.jp
Tsukasa Tada (Theoretical Physics) https://inspirehep.net/authors/986885
Catherine Beauchemin (biophysics/math biology) https://ithems.riken.jp/en/members/catherine-beauchemin
Shigehiro Nagataki (Astrophysics & Cosmology) https://ithems.riken.jp/en/members/shigehiro-nagataki
Yasuyuki Kawahigashi (Operator algebras and mathematical physics) https://www.ms.u-tokyo.ac.jp/~yasuyuki/
Yoshimasa Hidaka (Nuclear physics, QCD, quantum field theory) https://inspirehep.net/authors/1006060
Leo Speidel (Mathematical Genomics) leo.speidel@riken.jp
Takemasa Miyoshi (Prediction Science) https://prediction.riken.jp/
Yohsuke Murase (Mathematical Social Science) https://yohm.github.io/
Ryoko Oishi-Tomiyasu (Applied Mathematics (algebra, harmonic analysis, etc), Mathematical Crystallography) tomiyasu.ryoko.446@m.kyushu-u.ac.jp
Tomoki Ozawa (Theoretical Physics; Condensed Matter Physics and AMO Physics) https://tomokiozawa.com/
Full list of host researchers can be found at “Laboratories with SPDR Openings for FY2027” .
Contact & Further Information
For more information about iTHEMS and potential host researchers, please visit:RIKEN iTHEMS Website
or contact through e-mail:
ithems_app@ml.riken.jp for inquiries regarding iTHEMS,
wakate@riken.jp for inquiries regarding overall SPDR Program.
We encourage talented young researchers from all over the world to apply and join our vibrant research community at RIKEN iTHEMS!
ithems_app@ml.riken.jp for inquiries regarding iTHEMS,
wakate@riken.jp for inquiries regarding overall SPDR Program.
We encourage talented young researchers from all over the world to apply and join our vibrant research community at RIKEN iTHEMS!
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- Postal Mail:
- iTHEMS
RIKEN, Hirosawa 2-1, Wako
Saitama 351-0198, Japan
- iTHEMS
- Web Page: https://ithems.riken.jp