Detailed information
Work location : Kanto district - Saitama
Date of publication : 2024/09/27
Seeking Postdoctoral Researchers and Research Scientists four or more positions (W24177)(Quantum Information Physics Theory Research Team)
D124091941
RIKEN
Research field : Natural Science - Semiconductors, optical properties of condensed matter and atomic physics
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
The missions of the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing (RQC) are to deepen our understanding of quantum mechanics and quantum information, develop techniques for quantum control and measurement, build quantum computing hardware and software, and explore novel applications. We promote basic research on quantum information science and contribute to society through quantum technology.
https://dml.riken.jp/pub/
Our research group performs interdisciplinary studies at the interface between quantum computing, quantum information processing, superconducting quantum circuitry for quantum computing, photonics, quantum optics, atomic physics, nano mechanics, nanoscience, mesoscopics, computational physics, and condensed matter physics.
We developed the QuTiP software used worldwide for quantum information processing, quantum optics, and quantum open systems. We are also using techniques from AI and Machine Learning to solve computationally hard problems. The Web of Science has listed our research work as Highly Cited for the past seven years (from 2017 to 2023). Less than 0.1% of researchers reach this milestone.
We have published more than 30 papers in collaboration with various companies (NEC, Hitachi, Toshiba, NTT, IBM, etc.).
[Keywords]Quantum information processing, superconducting qubits, Theoretical quantum physics, quantum optics, photonics, quantum information
Our publications are available online at Publications | Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory website -
Work content and job description
Research in theoretical physics, with particular emphasis on either quantum computing, optics, and/or condensed matter physics. The main criterion will be excellent and creative work in our areas of research (please see the text above explaining our areas of research, and also our list of publications, all available online). The candidate must have very good communication skills, and the ability to perform outstanding interdisciplinary research. RIKEN offers excellent computational facilities.
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Assigned department
Existing departments
Quantum Information Physics Theory Research Team, RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing
Job type
- Researcher/Postdoc level
Research field
- Natural Science - Semiconductors, optical properties of condensed matter and atomic physics
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 361,000~456,800 JPY as of April 1, 2024 for Research Scientist, 305,100 JPY for Postdoctoral Researcher. 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 400,000 JPY or more for Research Scientist, and 350,000 JPY or more for Postdoctoral Researcher.
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 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).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 Ph.D. in theoretical condensed matter physics, an excellent publication record, and relevant experience. Also, excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
Employment Type
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Contract employee
Postdoctoral Researcher or Research Scientist
Contract period
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Nontenured - Non-tenure track
1.A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, Research Scientist may be reappointed for a period of up to seven years from the date of hire and Postdoctoral Researcher maybe reappointed for a period of up to five years from the date of hire, but not beyond the end of March, 2032 depending on the employment start date.
2.RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, workload 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.
3.When the Employee's research is scheduled to be reviewed in employee's 4 year at RIKEN, and when it is concluded that there is reason* to believe it will be difficult for the research (or technolog
For this continuance, Please refer to "job posting URL".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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351-0198
Saitama
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako,
RIKEN Wako
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).
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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
Smoking will be entirely prohibited on site.
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Supplementary explanation of compensation
RIKEN is actively undertaking initiatives to promote gender 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 Considerations
Number of hired
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Description
Postdoctoral Researchers and Research Scientists four or more positions.
Postdoctoral Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree of 5 years or less.
Research Scientist/Contract Researcher is defined as those with a doctoral degree more than 5 years.
Research Scientist
Conducts the team's research projects.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Under the training and guidance of senior staff, conducts the team's research project, etc. -
Job content supplemental explanation
Start of Employment
This is flexible, upon mutual agreement.
4 person(s)
Application period
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2024/09/27~2025/09/27 Deadline for receipt
Deadline
Open until the position is 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.
※Please delete "-ABC-" in the following email address.
URL of this job posting
Selection / Notification of result
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Selection
Application screening and interview for selected applicants. If you do not hear back from us, this means that your application was not selected. Due to the large number of applications typically received, we cannot reply to each single applicant.
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Notification of result
The results will be notified individually by e-mail,etc.
Contact details
RIKEN
Quantum Information Physics Theory Research Team, RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing
Ai SATO (Ms.)
applications-physics-ABC-@ml.riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.
※Please delete "-ABC-" in the above email address.
Notes
Handling Personal Data
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2024/10/9：Updated as of Oct. 9, 2024: “Background of the recruitment”.
