RIKEN, interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS)

2847 19920
Position ID:RIKEN-iTHEMS-PD1 [#19920, W21169]
Position Title: Seeking a few Postdoctoral Researchers (W21169)
Position Type:Other
Position Location:Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan [map] sort by distance
Subject Areas: quantum gravity/quantum cosmology
Physics / HEP-Theory (hep-th)
Theoretical Physics / String theory
Mathematical Physics / Mathematical Physics
Statistical and Biological Physics / Statistical Physics (more...)
Appl Deadline: finished (2021/10/14, finished 2022/10/01)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

Seeking a few Postdoctoral Researchers (W21169)

【Laboratory】
 RIKEN Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS)
 (Program Director: Tetsuo Hatsuda)

【Research Field】
  "Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences program (iTHEMS)" (program director: T. Hatsuda) promotes
  interdisciplinary collaborations and creation of new interdisciplinary fields through the interactions among researchers in
  mathematics, theoretical sciences, and computational sciences. Also, iTHEMS aims at nurturing young scientists who cross the
  boundaries between different disciplines.
 
  For more details about iTHEMS, see the following website:
  RIKEN Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS)

【Job title and Job description】
 
  Job title, available positions
  Postdoctoral Researcher, a few positions
 
  Job description
  iTHEMS is seeking postdoctoral researcher(s) in the field of particle physics and quantum gravity. Successful applicant(s) are
  expected not only to pursue top-level researchers in their own field but also to lead interdisciplinary collaborations among
  different fields such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, life sciences, engineering, computational sciences, information
  sciences, and social sciences, under the concept of iTHEMS.
  In particular, we welcome applications from young researchers who are interested in exploring theories of quantum gravity in a
  broad sense. Currently, Senior Research Scientist Yuki Yokokura is affiliated with iTHEMS, and we expect young researchers
  with complementary and unique expertise, who are willing to pursue their own ambitious motivation and create synergy among
  the members.
  For further details, send an email to the contact address below
  See also https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20211012_1/index.html

 【Qualification】 

  The candidate should possess a doctoral degree.

【Work location】
  Branch and address; RIKEN Wako (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198)

【Salary and benefits】
  1. A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, to a maximum 3 years from the initial of hire.
  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 65 years.
  3. The employee’s period of fixed-term employment cannot exceed 10 years from the initial date of hire (or 10 years from April
      1, 2013, for fixed-term employees already at RIKEN prior to this date).

  In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period.
  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Discretionary work, commuting and housing allowances will be
  provided. Social insurance will be applied.
  Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).
  This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30
  minutes.

  Days off include 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).
  There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave.
 
  RIKEN has introduced telework as a temporary and special measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19. You may be asked to
  work from home according to the instructions of the institute. You can also choose to work from home with the permission of
  your supervisor.
  No smoking on site (designated smoking areas available).
  These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.

  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.
 
  Also, eligible for an exemption from repayment for category 1 scholarship loans provided by the Japan Student Services
  Organization before fiscal year 2003, and eligible applying for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi).

【Application and required documents】
  [Required documents]
       1. Complete CV (with email address)
          * Write down in the notes section of your CV the number written next to the title of the job position (e.g. W21169).
       2. List of publications
       3. Research statement (summary of research and research plan)
       4. Your view of interdisciplinary theoretical and mathematical sciences
       5. Contact address of more than two reference persons
       6. Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR
           If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you are required to submit the document, "https://www.riken.jp/medialibrary/riken/careers/form/gdpr_e.pdf " with your signature.
           * You will find detailed information about General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the following website:
            Data protection | European Commission

  [How to apply]
  Application documents should be uploaded through Academic Jobs Online .
 
  Note: Application documents will not be returned.

  [Deadline]
  Open until the position is filled. We will first select the application documents that have arrived by December 3, 2021.

  [Handling Personal Data]
  Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant
  screening. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just
  cause.

【Selection process】
  Application screening, interview and oral presentation by selected applicants.

【Start of Employment】
  April 1, 2022 (negotiable)

【Contact Information】
  RIKEN Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS)

  2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198
  For inquiry, send an e-mail to ithems_app [at] ml.riken.jp with Subj: iTHEMS PD (inquiry: particle/ gravity, W21169).
 


















 



 

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20211012_1/index.html
email address
 
RIKEN Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS)
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198