求人公募情報閲覧
勤務地 : Kyushu and Okinawa district - Okinawa
公開開始日 : 2025/03/17
Field Technician (Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology Unit)
D125030982
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University
研究分野 : Life Science - Ecology and environment
Research/Educational Assistance : Regular employee - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period present
業務内容
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募集の背景、プロジェクトの説明
The Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology Unit, a new research group at OIST, invites applications for a field technician position. Our unit focuses on understanding how environmental factors, such as vegetation type, land management strategy, and climate change, affect terrestrial microbial communities, particularly those that are symbiotically associated with plants and play crucial roles in organic matter decomposition and nutrient transformation in the soil. We further examine how these shifts influence ecosystem functions such as ecosystem carbon storage and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as levels of environmental pathogens. Our methods encompass fieldwork, greenhouse experiments, and chemical analyses, in addition to cutting-edge molecular analyses and bioinformatic analyses.
https://www.oist.jp/careers/field-technician-microbial-and-ecosystem-ecology-unit -
仕事内容・職務内容
1. Assist with field and greenhouse work for unit projects, as well as postdoctoral and student projects, ensuring proper data recording. This includes collecting soil, plant, mushroom, animal, and air samples, conducting field measurements, setting up and maintaining field and greenhouse experiments across Japan and occasionally in other countries. Fieldwork will be conducted in teams of two or more.
2. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot field equipment.
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配属部署
Newly established departments
Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology Unit
Date of new establishment : 1st September 2025
職種
- Research/Educational Assistance
研究分野
- Life Science - Ecology and environment
給与
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Annual Salary : 4 million yen ~ 6 million yen
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations
Expected Annual Salary: 4M-6M yen
勤務時間
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Working hours :09:00-17:30
Break time :12:00-13:00
Holidays : Saturday, Sunday, National holidays, and Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
Other leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Summer Leave, Sick Leave, and Special LeaveOvertime and other explanations : Discretionary Working Hours System：In the discretionary labor system for specialized work, the employee shall be deemed to have worked 7 hours 30 minutes per day.
募集要項
応募資格
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応募に必要な学歴・学位
Master / Bachelor
A BS or MS in Biology, Ecology, or a related scientific discipline.
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業務における経験
(Required)
1. Research experience in one or more of the following fields, ecosystem ecology, plant ecology, soil ecology, biogeochemistry, and microbial ecology.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Valid driver’s license for at least 2 years with a safe driving record.
4. Ability to stand and hike for extended periods, lift ~20 kg, and conduct fieldwork in forests and agricultural fields, which may be in remote areas at times.
5. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
6. Commitment to maintaining a safe and comfortable working space for diverse members through constructive, open-minded, and kind approaches.
(Preferred)
1. Experience in field research, including plant identification, plant size measurements, and wilderness first aid.
2. Experience collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds.
雇用形態
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Regular employee
契約期間
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Nontenured - Non-tenure track
Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years. Contract initially with 6-month probationary period (inclusive).
This contract may be renewed by taking into consideration the performance, conduct, and behavior of the Employee and OIST’s financial and other circumstances.Probationary period present
6-month
勤務地
- 〒904-0495 Okinawa Kunigami-gun, Onna-son Tancha 1919-1
待遇
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各種制度
Pay increase system : available
Transportation expenses : available
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加入保険
Employees' Health Insurance : available (Private School Mutual Aid)
Employees' Pension Insurance : available (kousei-nenkin)
Worker's accident insurance : available (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
Employment insurance : available
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待遇ー補足説明
Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
Annual paid leave and summer holidays
Access to Child Development Center
Access to Schooling Options
Language Education (Japanese and English)
Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
Remote Work System
応募上の配慮
採用人数
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求人内容補足説明
*Starting date: from 1st September 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.
1 person(s)
Starting date : 2025/09/01
募集期間
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2025/03/17~2025/04/20 Deadline for receipt
*Application will be closed once the position is filled.
*The first screening will begin on 21st April 2025, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
応募方法
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応募書類
Application Form : Online SubmissionOther online application forms
• A brief cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and how you meet the minimum qualifications
• A current CV with a list of 2 potential references and their contact info.
* Combine all documents into a single PDF.
* Please be sure to indicate where you first saw the job advertisement.
* Prior to the start of employment all new hires are required to successfully complete a background check. Personal information including employment history and academic background should be submitted to OIST after a conditional offer of employment
* Please submit your application documents with the subject line, “MEE2025_Fieldtech”.
選考・結果通知
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選考内容
The first screening will begin on 21st April 2025, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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結果通知方法
We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
連絡先
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University
Microbial and Ecosystem Ecology Unit
Chikae Tatsumi
chikae.tatsumi@oist.jp
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