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Now recruiting
Date of update : 2026/05/18 End date of accepting applications : 2026/08/31
Now recruiting
Date of update : 2026/05/18
End date of accepting applications : 2026/08/31

Work location : Kanto district - Chiba

Date of publication : 2026/05/19

Specially-appinted researcher,Center for Environmental Remote Sensing（work on studies of climate tipping reconstruction）

D126051060

National university

Chiba University

Research field : Others - Others - Natural Sciencesi in general/Atmospheric and Hydrospheric,INfrastructure Department/Hydraulic Engineering

Researcher/Postdoc level : Others - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period absent

Job description

  • Background of the recruitment and description of the project

    [Job Description]
    Chiba University invites applications for a researcher to work on studies of climate tipping reconstruction.

  • Work content and job description

    Climate tipping points involve large uncertainties in their prediction. This project focuses on the weakening and collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), aiming to identify key sources of uncertainty and underlying mechanisms by integrating paleoclimate proxies with climate models using data science approaches.
    The successful candidate will be expected to:
    •Develop model-data integration frameworks linking climate model outputs with paleoclimate proxies
    •Perform uncertainty quantification and parameter estimation using methods such as Bayesian optimization
    •Conduct paleoclimate reconstructions using data assimilation
    •Investigate tipping mechanisms and early warning indicators through numerical experiments
    The project ultimately aims to constrain the predictability of climate tipping points and provide guidance for improved modeling and observational strategies.

  • Assigned department

    Existing departments

    Center for Environmental Remote Sensing,Chiba University

Job type

  • Researcher/Postdoc level

Research field

  • Others - Others

    Natural Sciencesi in general/Atmospheric and Hydrospheric,INfrastructure Department/Hydraulic Engineering

Wages

  • Annual Salary : 5 million yen ~ 6 million yen

    Salary will follow university regulations and depend on years of experience. For a researcher in the first year after obtaining a Ph.D., the annual salary is expected to be around 5.28 million JPY. Salary increases may be possible depending on achievements.

Working hours

  • Working hours :08:30-17:15

    Break time :12:00-13:00

    Holidays : Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays.

    Overtime and other explanations : under the Discretionary Labor System for Professional Work

Application requirements

Qualifications

  • Education and Degree Requirements

    Ph.D. / Doctor

    Applicants must hold (or be expected to obtain shortly) a Ph.D. in Atmospheric/Hydrospheric Sciences, Hydraulic Engineering, or a related field.

  • Work experience

    •Degree: Applicants must hold (or be expected to obtain shortly) a Ph.D. in Atmospheric/Hydrospheric Sciences, Hydraulic Engineering, or a related field.
    •Experience: Applicants should have research achievements in one of the following areas: paleoclimate, climate change projection, atmospheric/climate modeling, or data assimilation. However, candidates without prior experience in these areas will also be considered if they demonstrate strong interest and motivation.

  • Description

    [ Research Fields]
    •Natural Sciences in general / Atmospheric and Hydrospheric Sciences
    •Infrastructure Development / Hydraulic Engineering

Employment Type

  • Others

    Specially-appointed researcher (full-time)

Contract period

  • Nontenured - Non-tenure track

    The contract is annual (until March 31 of each fiscal year). Renewal may be possible depending on performance, research needs, and available funding.

    Probationary period absent

Work location

  • 263-8522 Chiba 1-33 Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-city, Chiba, Japan

Compensation

  • Various systems

    Transportation expenses : yes

  • Insurance

    Employees' Health Insurance : yes

    Employees' Pension Insurance : yes

    Worker's accident insurance : yes

    Employment insurance : yes

  • Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace

    no somking on campus

  • Supplementary explanation of compensation

    Employee Benefits:
    (1) Job title: Specially-appointed researcher (full-time).
    (2) Salary, etc.: University's Specified Employment Staff Salary Regulations based on your years of experience will be applied
    (3) Working hours: from 8:30 to 17:15, 5 days a week, 7 hours and 45 minutes per day (under the Discretionary Labor System for Professional Work).
    (4) Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays.
    (5) Leave: granted based on the University’s employment agreement.
    (6) Various allowances: provide commuting allowance if requirements are met based on the regulations.
    (7) Insurance: join a mutual aid association, employment insurance, and workers' accident compensation insurance

Application Considerations

Number of hired

    1 person(s)

    Hiring date : 2026/11/01

    Starting date : 2026/11/01

  • Job content supplemental explanation

    negotiable; early start is welcome.

Application period

  • 2026/05/19~2026/08/31 Deadline for receipt

    However, the call may close earlier once a suitable candidate is found.

Application method

  • Attached documents

    Application Form : Online Submission , Mailing
    Achievements and Activities : Online Submission , Mailing

    Other Mailing Documents
    Application Documents:
    (1) Curriculum Vitae (use the designated form available on the CEReS website).
    (2) List of research achievements (free format; separate peer-reviewed papers from others).
    (3) Copies of three major papers (photocopies accepted; preferably first-author or sole-author papers).
    (4) Statement of past research achievements and future plans (approx. one A4 page in total, free format).
    (5) Names, affiliations, and contact information of two references.
    Notes:
    •For (2), providing a URL (e.g., researchmap) with equivalent information is acceptable.
    •Please use the subject line “Application for Postdoctoral Researcher Position.”
    •All submitted documents will be handled responsibly and disposed of after the selection process.

  • Return of application documents

    We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.

  • Application document submission method (physically mailed documents)

    263-8522 Chiba 1-33 Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-city
    Environmental Remote Sensing Research Center, Chiba University,atsushi okazaki

    Precautions : Please write “Application Documents for Specially Appointed Researcher” in red on the envelope or the email title.

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Selection / Notification of result

  • Selection

    will be made based on application screening and interviews.Applicants residing far from Chiba may be interviewed online.

  • Notification of result

    I will contact you promptly by phone or email.

Contact details

Chiba University

Center for Environmental Remote Sensing,Chiba University

Atsushi Okazaki

0432903834

atsushi.okazaki(at)chiba-u.jp

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Notes

Travel expenses will not be paid for interviews during the selection process.

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