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RIKEN, Nonequilibrium Quantum Statistical Mechanics RIKEN Hakubi Research Team

Position ID:
RIKEN-Nonequilibrium Quantum Statistical Mechanics RIKEN Hakubi Research Team-PR [#29007]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Researchers
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Subject Areas: 
Statistical Physics
Physics / Non-equilibrium quantum physics
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2024/11/05, updated 2024/10/22, listed until 2025/01/31)
Position Description:
   

【Title】 Seeking Postdoctoral Researchers (W24215)

【Laboratory】 Nonequilibrium Quantum Statistical Mechanics RIKEN Hakubi Research Team, RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research (Laboratory head: Ryusuke Hamazaki)

【Research Field】 The main goal of our research team is to understand macroscopic nonequilibrium phenomena from the microscopic theory of quantum mechanics. One of the specific goals is to explore basic theories for understanding and controlling abundant nonequilibrium phenomena that can appear in isolated and open quantum many-body systems, realized in artificial quantum systems such as ultracold atoms. We also aim to understand the fundamental theory of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, in light of its relation to information theory and statistics. Furthermore, we also attempt to contribute to the interdisciplinary field such as condensed matter physics and biology through non-equilibrium science.

【Job title and Job description】 [Job title, available positions] Postdoctoral Researchers: a few position(s) Basically, Postdoctoral Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree of 5 years or less.

[Job description] Theoretical study on control theory, (information) thermodynamics, and work extraction in quantum many-body systems, by promoting ERATO Sagawa Information-to-Energy Interconversion Project (https://www.jst.go.jp/erato/sagawa/en/). It is desirable to cooperate with the experimental group as well.

The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

【Qualification】 Researchers who have a PhD degree in the field related to quantum statistical mechanics or quantum information theory. Or researchers who will have one by the start date.

【Work location】 RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research, Nonequilibrium Quantum Statistical Mechanics RIKEN Hakubi Research Team (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198)

RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures. RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary.

【Salary and benefits】 1. A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to March 31, 2027.

2.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 70 years.

In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period. 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 310,100 JPY as of April 1, 2025.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 annual salary at the time of employment: The monthly salary including discretionary work allowance at the time of employment will be 450,000 JPY or more

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.

Smoking is entirely prohibited on site. 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] 1. Complete CV (with photo and email address) （RIKEN CV）*Write the RIKEN job ad number “W24215”, indicated in the parentheses next to the job title, in the RIKEN job ad number section in the upper right corner of your CV.

2. Copies of up to three major papers

3. List of research achievements and publications

4. Brief description of previous research and future research plans (approximately three A4-size pages)

5. A letter of recommendation from the current supervisor (if unavailable, a letter from a substitute reference will be acceptable）

*Please specify the referee’s contact information (Name, affiliation, job title, and email address)

6. Contact information of a person willing to provide a reference

7. Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR

*If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA)or UK, you are required to submit the document, "Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR and Regulation of the European Parliament and of the council of on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (UK General Data Protection Regulation) (PDF 187.2KB)." with your signature.

You will find detailed information about General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the following website: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/law-topic/data-protection_en

You will find detailed information about Regulation of the European Parliament and of the council of on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (UK GDPR) on the following website: https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/data-protection-and-the-eu/

[How to apply] Please upload the above documents through Academic Jobs Online. For "5. A letter of recommendation" in the required documents, please send the letter of recommendation directly from the recommender to ryusuke.hamazaki [at] riken.jp by e-mail.

Note: All the submitted documents will not be returned.

[Deadline] Open until the position is filled. We will first select the application documents that have arrived by November 29, 2024 (JST).

[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 and interview for selected applicants

【Start of Employment】 April 1, 2025 (Negotiable)

【Contact Information】 RIKEN Nonequilibrium Quantum Statistical Mechanics RIKEN Hakubi Research Team, RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198

Email: ryusuke.hamazaki[at]riken.jp For inquiries, please send an email.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Complete CV (with photo and email address)
  • Three copies of major papers
  • List of research achievements and publications
  • Brief description of previous research and future research plans (approximately three A4-size pages)
  • Contact information of a person willing to provide a reference
  • Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR (if applicable)
Send the following item by normal mail:
  • A letter of recommendation from the current supervisor (if unavailable, a letter from a substitute reference will be acceptable）
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20241105_8/index.html https://sites.google.com/view/noneqquantstatmech/
email address
 
RIKEN Main Research Building 453
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan