Seeking a few Research Scientists or Postdoctoral Researchers (25-3344) Full-time

Research Scientist Or Postdoctoral Researcher

The RIKEN Center for Computational Science (R-CCS) is recruiting research employees to carry out a new theme. The research overview of the laboratory is shown below.

The Complex Phenomena Unified Simulation Research Team, one of the research teams at R-CCS, conducts research and development on unified simulation methodologies that effectively leverage the performance of large-scale high-performance computing systems such as the supercomputer Fugaku. Our target problems involve complex couplings among multiple governing equations, including those for fluid and structural dynamics, heat transfer, electromagnetics, and chemical reactions. To achieve this goal, we also study algorithms for efficiently solving coupled systems of governing equations for complex phenomena, and we develop tools to improve single-node and parallel performance with careful consideration of computer architectures. The simulation technologies we develop are aimed at real-world deployment through RIKEN's industry–academia collaboration consortia.

Enhancement of advanced unified solution methods for complex phenomena to promote and expand the sophisticated use of Fugaku, together with performance tuning in preparation for FugakuNEXT, and their extension to specific complex fluid phenomena (e.g., multiphase flows).

The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.

A person who is able to dedicate themselves to the job by communicating, coordinating and collaborating smoothly with people in and out of the laboratory.

A PhD holder in the area related to the job description.

A PhD holder who earned a doctorate within the past 5 years in the area related to the job description. Including those who expect to obtain a doctoral degree before starting the position.

RIKEN Kobe Campus – South 7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0047, JAPAN

RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary.

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. Discretionary work, commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.

The total amount of monthly discretionary work allowance and monthly salary at the time of hiring will be 536,065 JPY or more for Research Scientist, 382,610JPY or more for Postdoctoral Researcher.

RIKEN has implemented a telecommuting system that allows employees to work from home or other locations permitted by RIKEN.

This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes. 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 (caring for a sick child, family nursing care, etc.), and work life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment). There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave. Smoking is entirely prohibited on site. These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.

Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).

The Kobe Campus has an on-site daycare, PO-I Kids Kobe . For details, please send an email to kobe-kosei@riken.jp.

Eligible to apply for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research ( Kakenhi ).

Please prepare the following documents in English. Only the letter of recommendation may be either in English or in Japanese.

• Complete CV or CV
• List of research achievements (including ResearcherID or Google Scholar ID, if available)
• Copies of up to five most important publications
• List of competitive funds acquired, awards received, and other achievements including, contributions to university/institution operations, contribution to society through activities in academic societies, joint research projects, technology transfers, etc.
• Description of previous research, future research plans, and career goals
• At least one letter of recommendation from a person who can evaluate your work
• Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR/UK GDPR

Combine the above documents except the letter of recommendation into a single PDF file and upload them to the following link:

Applications for R-CCS Complex Phenomena Unified Simulation Research Team

The file name of the PDF should contain the job ad number “25-3344, R-CCS Complex Phenomena Unified Simulation Research Team” and the applicant's name.

Please write the job ad number and the name of the position that you apply for if there is an “Add additional information” box on the website.

After you uploaded the PDF file, please let us (kobe-jobs@riken.jp) know the file name of the uploaded file.

When you send us an email, please write your name, Job Ad number and the name of the position that you apply for.

The letter of recommendation must be directly submitted from the referees to the link mentioned above with the subject line “Letter of recommendation for [applicant's name], [name of the position], R-CCS Complex Phenomena Unified Simulation Research Team”. Please tell them to email us (kobe-jobs@riken.jp) that they have uploaded the PDF file and to specify the applicant's name, referee's name and contact information in the body of the email. If a confirmation email is not received within 7 days after submission, please contact: kobe-jobs@riken.jp.

Note: None of the submitted documents will be returned.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Selection will be made based on application screening and interview. After documents screening, only successful applicants will be invited for interview (2 interviews for Research Scientist and 1 interview for Postdoctoral Researcher positions). No inquiries on the selection process and results will be answered.

The notification of hiring decision (conditional offer of employment) regarding this selection shall be carried out through the presentation of an Employment Contract or a Conditional Offer of Employment issued by RIKEN.

At the earliest opportunity (subject to negotiation)

For inquiries regarding this open position, please contact below by email: Research Personnel Affairs Section, Human Resources Strategy Division, Human Resources Group, RIKEN kobe-jobs@riken.jp

For inquiries on research conducted by the team, please contact the Team Principal by email: Makoto Tsubokura Complex Phenomena Unified Simulation Research Team RIKEN Center for Computational Science Email: mtsubo@riken.jp