Detailed information
Work location : Kinki district - Hyogo
Date of publication : 2024/05/15
Seeking a few Senior Scientists or Research Scientists or Postdoctoral Researchers (K24007) (Quantum Computing Simulation Unit)
D124050942
RIKEN
Research field : Informatics - Computer system | Informatics - Software | Informatics - High performance computing | Informatics - Computational 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 utilizes its expertise to operate the supercomputer Fugaku, developed as Japan’s national project, in accordance with relevant ordinances.
The Quantum-HPC Hybrid Platform Division (Quantum-HPC PF Div. ) was established on April 1, 2023. We aim to design and develop a Quantum-HPC Hybrid platform, which will serve as a new computational infrastructure to extend the computable domain by highly linking a Quantum Computer (QC) and a supercomputer (HPC). The missions of the Quantum-HPC PF Div. include the development of software stacks required to realize the Quantum-HPC Hybrid platform and the improvement of the platform's usage environment.
The Quantum-HPC PF Div. has three units:
1)Quantum-HPC Hybrid Software Environment Unit
2)Quantum Computing Simulation Unit
3)Quantum-HPC Hybrid Platform Operations Unit
The Quantum Computing Simulation Unit will develop and upgrade quantum computing simulation technology running on supercomputers such as the supercomputer Fugaku and high-performance GPU systems in order to accelerate the development of QC and quantum algorithms.
[Keywords]
Quantum Computer,Quantum Classical Hybrid -
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), in order to accelerate the development of QC and quantum algorithms, etc., the project will develop and upgrade quantum computing simulation technology running on supercomputers such as the supercomputer Fugaku and high-performance GPU systems. Specific research and development themes are expected to include the following:
・Research and development of quantum computing simulators for massively parallel HPC, such as Fugaku and others.
・The research and development of quantum computing simulators for massively parallel HPC, such as Fugaku, and the validation of the operation and effectiveness of quantum computers and quantum application software using quantum computing simulators.
They are also expected to contribute to the management of the department. In particular, the Senior Scientist is expected to assist the Unit Leader, play a leadership role within the Unit, and make a significant contribution to the department and unit operations.
Any changes in duties during the contract period or at the time of contract renewal will be within the scope of the above job description. -
Assigned department
Existing departments
Quantum Computing Simulation Unit, Quantum-HPC Hybrid Platform Division, RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Job type
- Researcher/Postdoc level
Research field
- Informatics - Computer system
- Informatics - Software
- Informatics - High performance computing
- Informatics - Computational 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 305,100 JPY for Postdoctoral Researcher, 433,800 JPY for Research Scientist and 484,100 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 342,915 JPY for Postdoctoral Researcher, 487,575 JPY for Research Scientist and 544,115 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 Research Scientist. Senior scientist must have advanced research and development (R&D) capabilities and R&D achievements, as well as experience in providing guidance to researchers and others.
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 61. 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. There is no change of working conditions.
Work location
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650-0047
Hyogo
7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, RIKEN Center for Computational Science(R-CCS) (Kobe Campus – South)
or
R-CCS Wako Branch (Wako Campus)
2-1, Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama, 351-0198, JAPAN
Work location is to be adjusted according to the content of the R&D to be conducted, etc.
RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures.
Employees may be transferred to other locations when necessary to perform duties, in accordance with relevant regulations.
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).
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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
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 Scientist, Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher: a 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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2024/05/15~2025/05/15 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 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
Quantum Computing Simulation Unit, Quantum-HPC Hybrid Platform Division, RIKEN Center for Computational Science
ITO Nobuyasu
nobuyasu.ito-ABC-@riken.jp
For inquiries on research conducted by the unit, please contact the Unit Leader by email.
※Please delete "-ABC-" in the above email address.
Notes
Handling Personal Data:
Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening at RIKEN. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.
2024/5/30：Updated as of May 30, 2024: “Explanation of the number of hires”
