Seeking a Technical Scientist (K24006) Part-time

Technical Scientist

In accordance with the research project of NEDO “Research and Development of Quantum-Supercomputer Hybrid Computing Platform for Exploring Computable Regions” (PI: Mitsuhisa Sato (RIKEN), Research Period: November 2023 – October 2028), in order to accelerate the development of QC and quantum algorithms, etc., the project will develop and upgrade quantum computing simulation technology running on supercomputers such as the supercomputer Fugaku and high-performance GPU systems. Specific research and development themes are expected to include the following:

• Research and development of quantum computing simulators for massively parallel HPC, such as Fugaku and others.
• The research and development of quantum computing simulators for massively parallel HPC, such as Fugaku, and the validation of the operation and effectiveness of quantum computers and quantum application software using quantum computing simulators.

They are also expected to contribute to the management of the department.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a related field or expect to receive a doctoral degree before the date of appointment or have an equivalent track record of research and development. And applicants must also have experience in HPC programming and quantum information processing, and generally have at least five years of experience in research or technology development.

RIKEN Center for Computational Science(R-CCS) (Kobe Campus – South) 7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0047, JAPAN or R-CCS Wako Branch (Wako Campus) 2-1, Hrosawa, Wako, Saitama, 351-0198, JAPAN

Work location is to be adjusted according to the content of the R&D to be conducted, etc.

RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures. Employees may be transferred to other locations when necessary to perform duties, in accordance with relevant regulations.

In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period. 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 458,500 JPY for Technical Scientist of April 1, 2025. 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 more than 515,575 JPY for Technical Scientist. Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai). 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 per year depending on the month of employment), special paid leave (childcare, family nursing care, etc.), and work-life balance holidays (up to 7 days per year depending on the month of employment). There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave. No smoking on site. These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.

The Kobe Campus has an on-site daycare, Po-I Kids Kobe . For details, please send an email to the General Administrative Section at kobe-kosei@riken.jp. The Wako Campus has an on-site daycare, RIKEN Kids Wako . For details, please send an email to kids@riken.jp.

RIKEN is actively undertaking initiatives to promote 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 applying for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research ( Kakenhi ).