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  Job Opening: Researcher for CMB study, KEK

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  The successful candidate will join the Experimental Cosmology Group at the institute for Particle and Nuclear Studies and will engage in research related to the ground-based CMB experiment, the Simons Observatory. The specific research activities will include one or more of the following:
  1)Development and implementation of optical components for the low-frequency small-aperture telescope
  2)Pre-deployment evaluation of the receiver system
  3)Infrastructure development for the observation site and telescope
  4)Data analysis aimed at producing the initial scientific results

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  [Outline of Laboratory]
  RIKEN Center for Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences (iTHEMS)is an international research center at RIKEN. It facilitates close collaborations among researchers from different disciplines in theoretical, mathematical and computational sciences.
  
  The Mathematical Genomics RIKEN ECL Research Unit, established in November 2024, conducts research on the development and application of new mathematical and statistical techniques that leverage rapidly growing genomes, ancient and modern, to reconstruct the evolutionary past of humans and other species. Our genomes can, for instance, inform us about past migrations, introgression with Neanderthals and other extinct hominids, and adaptation to environmental or lifestyle changes throughout human history. In particular, we are interested in understanding how evolutionary forces have shaped our genetic differences and how these may impact our health.
  
  [Keywords]
  Evolutionary biology,Applied statistics,Population genetics,Statistical genetics,ancient DNA
  
  For more information, please refer to the following website:

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  In recent years, we have enabled the reconstruction of genome-wide genealogical trees that relate all humans (or any other species) back in time through shared ancestors (e.g., Speidel et al. Nature Genetics 2019, MBE 2021). These genetic trees now incorporate the genomes sequenced from ancient bone and have long been sought as the best achievable record of our shared genetic past.
  
  The successful applicants will likely work on the development and/or application of new statistical techniques in one of the following areas, depending on suitability and interest:
  ・Improving admixture modelling across different depths of human evolutionary history, building on methods published in Speidel et al, Nature 2025 and application to new large-scale modern and ancient genetic data.
  ・Developing new techniques that can leverage cross-species whole genome data and application to new large-scale canid whole genomes sequenced in the lab.
  The ideal candidate will have experience analyzing large-scale genetic variation data or developing new statistical methods. A keen interest in evolutionary biology is required.
  
  For more information, please contact Leo Speidel.
  
  The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

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  Okazaki Lab. at CEReS, Chiba University, Japan, has embarked on an exciting and ambitious program to constrain the climate projection uncertainty using unique information recorded in stable isotope ratios in hydrometeors and data assimilation technique. We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to tackle this topic with us. The position is funded by JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B) named "The New Horizons in Isotope Atmospheric and Hydrological Science Unveiled by the Next-Generation Geostationary Meteorological Satellite Himawari-10".

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  The successful applicant will work on either or multiple of the following research topics:
  
  - Development of an isotope-enabled cloud-resolving model
  - Study on cloud processes using satellite and UAV observations of stable water isotopes
  - Atmospheric model parameter estimation with stable water isotopes
  - Stable water isotope information retrieval from satellite observations
  - Emergent constraints with stable water isotopes
  

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  Deep-sea biological research at JAMSTEC has earned a global reputation through its extensive achievements on extremophiles and unique megabenthos. Our studies have revealed numerous novel microorganisms and animals, their metabolism, symbioses, evolutionary traits, and ecological roles in deep-sea environments. Despite these advances, the vast mysteries of the ocean are largely unexplored, particularly the meiofauna in the ocean, a diverse group of small (< 1 mm) eukaryotic organisms that include protists and metazoans. This meiofauna is highly diverse with metabolic versatility, making it an exciting target for studying adaptation and evolution in extreme marine environments.
  
  We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to explore and characterize the meiofauna, including identification, isolation, and cultivation. The research will involve investigating the metabolic functions, genomic features, and evolutionary dynamics of the meiofauna.
  
  Our research goals extend beyond characterizing meiofaunal diversity and metabolism. We aim to develop a holistic understanding of the co-evolution of life and the marine environment, elucidate the links between biogeochemical cycles and the ecosystem, and develop state-of-the-art techniques to advance our research. Ideal candidates will bring multi-disciplinary perspectives and innovative approaches.

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  (1) Investigation of meiofaunal diversity, metabolism, physiology, genomics, and ecological functions of meiofauna, as well as their responses to environmental change. This research will incorporate approaches from marine ecology, protistology, genomics, evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, geochemistry, microbial cultivation, and related disciplines.
  (2) Development of innovative methods and techniques to support the research described in (1).
  (3) Establishment of a foundation for new legacy research at JAMSTEC, emphasizing multi-disciplinary collaboration and the advancement of collaborative research initiatives.

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  A few research staff members engaging in studies on developing and emerging economies, and/or international economy.
  Positions are offered as tenured.

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  Research on developing and emerging economies, and/or international economy, as well as research related duties.

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  JAXA is seeking for outstanding young researchers who participates in various aerospace projects with specialized knowledge which promote JAXA projects more effectively and efficiently.
  
  *Japanese proficiency is not a requirement to perform research work for research themes listed on this page. On the other hand, although proficiency in Japanese is not strictly a work requirement in JAXA, please note that Japanese is the primary working language for JAXA. Japanese proficiency may not be critical for you to perform your work, but is highly likely to be very useful at professional and personal occasions.

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  See the URL for the details.
  Research themes:
  ・Research and Development for Future/International Space Missions in Astrophysics
  ・Research for the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
  ・Astrophysical research based on AKARI's large volume infrared observation data
  ・Development research for HiZ-GUNDAM satellite (High-z Gamma-ray bursts for Unraveling the Dark Ages Mission)
  ・Development of an optical and/or infrared camera for JASMINE, the rooftop telescope, or future optical-infrared missions
  ・Researches on geospace science by using the Arase (ERG) satellite and multi-point observations
  ・Mars system science: Algorithm/pipeline development of remote sensing data for MMX
  ・Scientific investigation and instrumentation development for future Mars landing missions
  ・Study of Mercury and the inner heliosphere with the BepiColombo mission
  ・GAPS: ultrasensitive observation of cosmic-ray antiparticles
  ・Study on atmoshperic-entry, decent and landing technology and development of sample return capsule
  ・Research on Mission Design for the Development of Small-Scale Space Missions
  ・Novel cosmochemistry from spacecraft returned samples
  ・Thermal infrared imaging experiment of the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (RAMSES) and its future instrumentation
  ・Solar physics research: advancement with SOLAR-C and Hinode
  
  

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  [Advanced Postdoc Program of IFReC, The University of Osaka]
  The University of Osaka Immunology Frontier Research Center (IFReC) is recruiting post-doctoral researchers for its Advanced Postdoc Program. This program offers three-year employment and funding (3 million yen per year) for original research to promising young researchers. Selected applicants have access to continually upgraded state-of-the-art facilities at IFReC for their research, including equipment for single-cell analysis. Furthermore, selected applicants can expect their research careers to develop immensely through invaluable guidance from their supervisor among IFReC’s many distinguished Principal Investigators as well as through collaborative research with them. We look forward to receiving applications from ambitious young researchers.

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  Research in the fields of Immunology, Cell Biology, Bioinformatics and Bioimaging

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  The number of people entering Japan is increasing due to labor shortages. We will conduct broad research on immigration to Japan, particularly focusing on foreign workers, including policy analysis of social integration, welfare access, housing and educational support, as well as the actual conditions of social inclusion and exclusion mechanisms.

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  We are hiring a researcher who will conduct research on the comparison between Japan's immigration-related legal systems (including local government ordinances) and other countries' immigration legal systems, as well as investigate social inclusion and exclusion mechanisms from the perspective of community formation and function.

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  The International Center for Quantum-field Measurement Systems for Studies of the Universe and Particles (QUP) solicits applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowship program. QUP was established on December 16, 2021, at High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK) as one of the research centers under the World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI) of the Japanese government. QUP’s main laboratories are located on the Tsukuba campus of KEK in Tsukuba science city, 60 km northeast of Tokyo, Japan. In addition, QUP is opening up three satellite laboratories at the University of California Berkeley, the Institute of Space and Astronautical Sciences (ISAS) at Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), and Toyota Central R&D Labs.

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  We are seeking outstanding applicants for approximately ten Postdoctoral Fellow positions at QUP in experimental physics. Successful candidates are expected to conduct research for the QUP experimental projects with the Principal Investigators.
  ◆For details, please refer to AcademicJobsOnline.org.

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  NIFS seeks young researchers with advanced research ability for promoting fusion science by engaging them in research for a fixed period of employment.

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  (Immediately after hiring) Fusion science and related research.
  (Scope of change) No change.