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RIKEN, Center for Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences

2847 31061
Position ID:
RIKEN-iTHEMS-RIKENQUANTUM [#31061, 25-1262]
Position Title: 
Postdoctoral Researchers, Research Scientists or Senior Research Scientists (25-1262)
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Subject Areas: 
Chemistry
Quantum Computing
Life sciences
Physics
Interdisciplinary (more...)
Appl Deadline:
none (posted 2025/11/07, updated 2025/11/03)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

RIKEN Quantum Is Hiring: Join the Frontier of Quantum Computational Science!

Position: Postdoctoral Researchers / Research Scientists / Senior Research Scientists
Institution: RIKEN – Center for Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences (iTHEMS) 
Start Date: November 1, 2025 (flexible) 
Location: Japan (Wako, Kobe, or Tokyo campuses) 
Official Call: https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20250912_1/index.html
Deadline: Open until positions are filled 

What is RIKEN Quantum?

RIKEN Quantum is a cross-disciplinary research framework established in 2023 under RIKEN’s TRIP (Transformative Research Innovation Platform of RIKEN platforms). Its mission is to catalyze breakthroughs in science and society by uniting quantum computational science with diverse fields—physics, chemistry, life science, mathematics, humanities, and data science.
At its core is iTHEMS (RIKEN Center for Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences ), fostering open collaboration, creative thinking, and cross-field innovation. RIKEN Quantum offers a unique opportunity to engage in frontier research that bridges theory, computation, and real-world applications.

Lead the Future of Quantum Science at RIKEN

Are you ready to push the boundaries of quantum computation and its applications across physics, chemistry, life sciences, and information science? RIKEN Quantum is seeking curious, driven, and collaborative researchers at all career stages to join a pioneering effort at the intersection of quantum computing and interdisciplinary science. 

We offer: 
  •  A world-class research environment based in Japan
  •  Interdisciplinary collaboration across cutting-edge domains 
  •  Competitive salary and funding (research grant of up to 1 million JPY/year)
  •  Opportunities to work with world-renowned scientists in over a dozen participating laboratories 
  •  Flexibility in research focus, host lab selection, and start timing 

Who Should Apply? 

 We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including:
  • Quantum computing / Quantum information science
  • Theoretical physics / Chemistry / Materials science 
  • Computational biology / Neuroscience / AI 
  • Mathematics / Data science / Machine learning 
If you’re passionate about advancing science with quantum technologies — this is your platform. 

Ready to Apply?


Applications should be submitted as outlined on the official job page:
https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20250912_1/index.html 

We look forward to your application and to welcoming you to the RIKEN Quantum community! 

For questions, contact:
  rq_app@ml.riken.jp  Subject: “RIKEN Quantum Researcher (Enquiry: 25-1262)”

We are not accepting applications for this job through AcademicJobsOnline.Org right now. Please apply at https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20250912_1/index.html external link.
Contact: RIKEN Quantum recruitment manager
Email: email address
Postal Mail:
iTHEMS
RIKEN, Hirosawa 2-1, Wako
Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Web Page: https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20250912_1/index.html