Detailed information
Work location : Kinki district - Hyogo
Date of publication : 2024/02/02
Seeking a few Senior Scientists, Research Scientists or Postdoctoral Researchers (R-CCS2333) (Computational Materials Science Research Team)
D124020045
RIKEN
Research field : Natural Science - Mathematical physics and fundamental theory of condensed matter physics | Natural Science - Theoretical studies related to particle-, nuclear-, cosmic ray and astro-physics | Natural Science - Applied mathematics and statistics | Informatics - Computational science | Nanotechnology/Materials - Optical engineering and photon science
Researcher/Postdoc level : Contract employee - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period present
Job description
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Background of the recruitment and description of the project
[Research Field]
The RIKEN Center for Computational Science (R-CCS), led by Center Director Satoshi Matsuoka, is an international hub for computational science that promotes “science of computing, by computing, and for computing.” R-CSS positions the technology in which RIKEN has strengths (R-CCS technology) and the software developed by RIKEN that contributes to science, technology, industry, and society (R-CCS software) as its “core competence in computational science driving science as a whole.” R-CCS aims to develop these technologies, disseminate them domestically and internationally, and produce results. In addition, R-CCS is utilizing its expertise to operate the supercomputer “Fugaku” which was developed as a national project in accordance with Japanese laws and regulations.
One of our main focuses is to develop state-of-the-art numerical methods for simulating ground states as well as quantum dynamics of strongly correlated quantum systems. In addition, we are exploring new computing paradigms as a grand challenge for information science. In particular, we are engaged in research and development of quantum computing for simulating quantum many-body systems, and of quantum computational simulations using classical computers. -
Work content and job description
In accordance with the research project of NEDO “Research and Development of Quantum-Supercomputer Hybrid Computing Platform for Exploring Computable Regions” (PI: Mitsuhisa Sato (RIKEN), Research Period: November 2023 – October 2028), the following item(s) will be carried out in collaboration with other project members: (i) research and development of quantum computing simulations using methods such as tensor network for the quantum-HPC hybrid computing platform, (ii) research and development of the optimization of quantum-HPC hybrid computing programs such as error suppression and mitigation methods, as well as quantum circuit optimization techniques, (iii) research and development of quantum-HPC hybrid applications mainly focusing quantum many-body systems, and verification of the effectiveness of the quantum-HPC hybrid computing platform developed in this project.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above. -
Assigned department
Existing departments
Computational Materials Science Research Team RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Job type
- Researcher/Postdoc level
Research field
- Natural Science - Mathematical physics and fundamental theory of condensed matter physics
- Natural Science - Theoretical studies related to particle-, nuclear-, cosmic ray and astro-physics
- Natural Science - Applied mathematics and statistics
- Informatics - Computational science
- Nanotechnology/Materials - Optical engineering and photon science
Wages
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Annual Salary : 3 million yen ~
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 300,000 JPY for Postdoctoral Researcher, 426,500 JPY for Research Scientist, and 476,000 JPY for Senior Scientist as of April 1, 2024. 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 more than 420,000 JPY for Postdoctoral Researcher, 550,000 JPY for Research Scientist, and 600,000 JPY for Senior Scientist.
Working hours
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Working hours :09:00-17:20
Break time :12:00-12:50
Holidays : 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 per year depending on the month of employment), special paid leave (childcare, family nursing care, etc.), and work-life balance holidays (up to 7 days per year depending on the month of employment).Overtime and other explanations : This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Application requirements
Qualifications
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Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a related field or expect to receive a doctoral degree before the date of appointment. In general, those who earned a doctorate within the past 5 years will be appointed as Postdoctoral Researcher, and those who earned a doctorate more than 5 years ago will be appointed as Senior Scientist or Research Scientist. Senior Scientist is expected to possess advanced research and development capabilities, an excellent track record of research and development, as well as experience in mentoring researchers, among other qualifications.
Candidates in the field of condensed matter physics, statistical physics, quantum chemistry, particle physics, nuclear physics, quantum information, or machine learning are all encouraged to apply.
Employment Type
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Contract employee
Senior Scientist, Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher
Contract period
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Nontenured - Non-tenure track
1.One-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, but not beyond the end of October, 2028.
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.
RIKEN has indefinite-term positions, which are subject to the mandatory retirement age of 60. There is a subsequent re-employment program allowing hiring until age of 65. Any scientists, including fixed-term employees who have been hired through this open call, are eligible to apply to open calls for indefinite-term positions.Probationary period present
In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period.
Work location
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650-0047
Hyogo
7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Or 〒351-0198 Saitama 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako-shi RIKEN Center for Computational Science
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.
Compensation
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Various systems
Pay increase system : 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.Transportation expenses : available
Others : Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).
There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave. -
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance : available
Employees' Pension Insurance : available
Worker's accident insurance : available
Employment insurance : available
Others : available
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Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
No smoking on site.
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Supplementary explanation of compensation
*RIKEN has a work-from-home system, but this position requires attendance at the work location. Therefore, the work-from-home system is not available for this position. For more information, please get in touch with the hiring staff at kobe-jobs [at] riken.jp.
The Kobe Branch has an on-site daycare, Po-I Kids Kobe. For details, please send an email to the HR at kobe-kosei [at] riken.jp.
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.
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 Considerations
Number of hired
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Description
Job title:
Senior Scientists, Research Scientists or Postdoctoral Researchers: few positions -
Job content supplemental explanation
Start of Employment:
at the earliest opportunity (subject to negotiation)
1 person(s)
Application period
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2024/02/02~2025/02/02 Deadline for receipt
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Application method
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Attached documents
Application Form : Online SubmissionPlease refer to "job Posting URL"Achievements and Activities : Online SubmissionPlease refer to "job Posting URL"Other online application forms
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Return of application documents
Others
Application documents will not be returned.
Submitted documents including personal information will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening.
URL of this job posting
Selection / Notification of result
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Selection
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews will be conducted for selected applicants (2 interviews for Senior Scientist and Research Scientist position, and one interview for Postdoctoral Researcher position). No inquiries on the selection process and results will be answered.
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Notification of result
The results will be notified individually by e-mail, etc.
Contact details
RIKEN
Computational Materials Science Research Team RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Seiji Yunoki
yunoki-ABC-@riken.jp
For inquiries on research conducted by the team, please contact the Team Leader by email.
※ Please delete "-ABC-" in the above email address.
Notes
Handling Personal Data:
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