RIKEN, Quantum Functional System Research Group
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Position Description
Laboratory
Quantum Functional System Research Group
RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science
(Group Director: Seigo Tarucha)
Research Field
Our research group has been studying quantum information processing, quantum state control, and the quantum physical properties (coherence, spin entanglement, etc.) in semiconductor quantum dots. In order to promote a project to develop fundamental principles and technologies of scalable quantum computing with silicon quantum dots. We are now seeking new postdoctoral researcher with experience in experimental expertise on semiconductor quantum devices, semiconductor quantum information, and so on.
Job title and Job description
Job title
Postdoctoral Researcher 3 positions
Postdoctoral Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree of 5 years or less.
Job description
Research on characterization of silicon qubit devices, multi-qubit system, and high-fidelity quantum operations, scalable quantum computing.
Qualification
The candidate should or be expected to possess a doctoral degree in experimental research fields of semiconductor physics, quantum transport, electrical engineering, and quantum information.
Work location
Branch and address
RIKEN Wako (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198)
Salary and benefits
The following rules do not apply if the appointment is to begin on or after April 1, 2023, in accordance with the open recruitment procedure by RIKEN after October 17, 2022.
"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)."
- A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, to a maximum March 31, 2026.
- RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, work load 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.
- 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).
- When the center to which the Employee is affiliated is scheduled for a final review in FY2024 and it is decided that the Employee's research will not be continued, the provision given above for projects of limited duration applies and the Employee's contract will not be renewed for the FY2025 year that would extend employment beyond the center's final fiscal year.
Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance. The monthly base salary is 290,200 JPY. The monthly base salary and variable salary are subject to change due to amendments to RIKEN regulations.
Discretionary work, commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.
The approximate amount of monthly salary at the time of employment:
The monthly salary including discretionary work allowance at the time of
employment for a candidate of Postdoctoral Researcher with 3 years of
experience, ability, and achievement after completion of the doctoral
course will be approximately 500,000 JPY.
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).
The Wako Campus has an on-site daycare, RIKEN Kids Wako. For details, please send an email to the HR at kids [at] riken.jp.
Application and required documents
Required documents
- Complete CV (WORD 55.4KB)
or CV (EXCEL 57.6KB)
(with photo and email address)
*(RIKEN CV) Write the open call ID “W22221”, indicated in the parentheses next to the job title, in open call ID section in the upper right corner of your CV.
- List of research achievements and publications
- A letter of recommendation from the current supervisor
(If unavailable, a letter from a substitute reference will be acceptable.)
It should be addressed to “Director of Center for Emergent Matter Science”. - Major papers up to 3 papers.
- 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, "Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR (PDF 97KB)" 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
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
As early as possible
Contact Information
Quantum Functional System Research Group, RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science
Email: sosato [at] riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letters (optional)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Publication list
- Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR(s) (optional)
- Up to three major papers
- Reference letter (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
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