University of Tokyo, High Energy Theory Group
Fellowship ID:
UTokyo-High Energy Theory Group-POSTDOC [#31536]
Fellowship Title:
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Quantum Simulation and Mathematical Physics
Fellowship Type:
Postdoctoral
Location:
Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
Subject Areas:
Atomic Molecular and Optical Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Computing
Statistical Physics
Mathematical Physics (more...)
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Computing
Statistical Physics
Mathematical Physics (more...)
Appl Deadline:
2026/02/12 11:59PM
(posted 2026/01/16, listed until 2026/07/16)
(posted 2026/01/16, listed until 2026/07/16) Description:
Description
Job call for Project Researcher at Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo Job title and Number of persons Project Researcher, one position Place of work Yamazaki Lab, Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo （7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo） Scope/Mission We are seeking a highly motivated Project Researcher to join our JST CREST project on "Demonstration of non-invertible symmetry by analog quantum simulation." This interdisciplinary project aims to bridge cutting-edge mathematical physics (non-invertible symmetries) with state-of-the-art quantum simulation technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with Prof. Masahito Yamazaki (UTokyo), Prof. Tomoki Ozawa (Tohoku), and Prof. Seiji Sugawa (UTokyo). We provide a vibrant, international, and collaborative environment suitable for researchers who wish to lead the next generation of science. Term of employment The contract period is from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2028 (or a part thereof, based on mutual agreement), with a possibility of extension up to March 31, 2029, depending on performance and funding availability. Wages, etc. Annual salary system will be applied, monthly gross salary about 360,000 JPY (to be determined based on academic background, work experience, etc.) Allowances: Commuting allowance (up to 55,000 per month if the payment conditions are satisfied) Qualification requirements The candidate must have a PhD at the beginning of the contract. Documents to be submitted (either in English or Japanese) (1) CV (2) List of publications, invited talks, awards, etc. (3) Research Statement (Approximately 2 pages in A4 format) (4) Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be submitted via AcademicJobsOnline. Application deadline February 12 (Thursday), 2026. - We will proceed with the selection process as applications are received; we therefore strongly encourage early applications. - The application may be accepted until the position is filled. - The position may not be filled depending on the application status. Others- Personal information received through this application process will not be used for any other purposes.
- Applications from women are encouraged as per "Declaration of Gender Equality Acceleration" of the University of Tokyo
- For more details, please see the offical information at https://www.phys.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/job_info/5667/ at the Department of Physics.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Two reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the description.
Further Info:
Hongo 7-3-1, Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan 113-0033
The University of Tokyo Hongo Campus Science Build. 1, 9th floor
The University of Tokyo Hongo Campus Science Build. 1, 9th floor