| Available Position | JAMSTEC is recruiting one position as a Postdoctoral Researcher. (AGP22-007) |
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| Recruiting Department | Environmental Geochemical Cycle Research Group, Earth Surface System Research Center (ESS), Research Institute for Global Change (RIGC) |
| Job Description | The Environmental Geochemical Cycle Research Group, Earth Surface System Research Center (ESS), Research Institute for Global Change (RIGC) is soliciting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position focusing on a research project entitled, “Development of algorithms for retrieval and post-processing of NO2 and GHG data collected by GOSAT-GW using modeling and ground observation approaches” (FY2020- ; PI: Yugo Kanaya). The project is a subcontract from the National Institute for Environmental Research (NIES) and supported by the Ministry of the Environment, Japan. [Research Description] GOSAT-GW (Global Observing SATellite for Greenhouse gases an Water cycle) is the third-generation satellite of the GOSAT series to be launched during FY2023. We aim to monitor global large-scale emission sources of CO2 and methane, supported by the simultaneous measurements of NO2, as a marker pollutant from combustion sources. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include (but are not limited to) conducting independent, innovative research studies that contribute to the broader goals of the project, such as conducting field observations to improve the reliability of satellite NO2 data retrieval and evaluating relationships between NO2 and CO2/methane. To this end, the candidate is able to use the relevant instruments (MAX-DOAS developed by JAMSTEC, Pandora from NASA, and other monitoring instruments), existing data, observational network, and the international collaborative framework of JAMSTEC. The duties of the successful candidate are as follows: 1) Conduct observational studies from ground stations and/or research vessels to evaluate NO2 satellite observations and analyze relationships between NO2 and CO2/methane. 2) Perform data analysis to identify sources of bias in satellite observations and improve algorithms for their correction. 3) Foster international collaborations to develop a harmonized validation network with global coverage (TROPOMI and GEMS satellites, Pandonia network, etc.) 4) Prepare project outcome reports and peer-reviewed publications for submission to high-quality journals. [Relevant Research Fields] Atmospheric Chemistry, Remote Sensing, Optical Engineering, Environmental Science, Geochemical Cycles, Geophysics, Climate Science, Meteorology, and other related fields. |
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Postdoctoral Researcher: To contribute to the project, a Postdoctoral Researcher should be able to independently conduct the research subject which is authorized by the Project under direction of a leader, and to be appointed to improve his/her research qualities. *There may be a change in affiliation in the event of reorganization of the Agency. |
| Requirements | Applicants are required to have been awarded or expect to have obtained a Ph.D. in a related field by the effective date of employment. In addition, no more than 5 years can have passed between the last day of the fiscal year in which the applicants obtained a Ph.D. and the effective date of employment. (i.e., applicants who earned a Ph.D. after April 2017 are eligible.) |
| Work Place | Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) Yokohama Institute for Earth Sciences (YES), 3173-25 Showa-machi, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama-city, Kanagawa, 236-0001, JAPAN *Measures to prevent passive smoking: No smoking on the premises (smoking areas are available outside), no work in areas where smoking allowed. |
| Working Conditions & Contract Period | (1) Number of positions: 1 position for a Postdoctoral Researcher (2) Type of contract: Fixed-term employee (3) Working Hours: Discretionary labor system (4) Contract Period: Total period will be terminated on March 31, 2025 after two contract renewals. *First contract period is from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023. *We welcome those who can start earlier than the effective date mentioned above. *Effective date of employment is negotiable. However it might be changed due to the influence of COVID-19 expansion. *Contract period can be renewed depending on the performance and working attitude of the successful candidate. *Contract period might change due to budget constraints of the project. *In accordance with JAMSTEC bylaws, on reaching the age of 65 during an employed fiscal year, the contract period will expire at the end of the same fiscal year. This bylaw may change. *This position is a non-tenure-track, fixed-term employee position. |
| Salary | Annual salary (paid in 1/12 equal monthly payments) JPY 5,250,000 *There is no raise. *Bonus and retirement allowance are included in the annual salary. |
| Terms of Employment | (1) Upon appointment, the successful candidate will receive relocation allowances in accordance with JAMSTEC bylaws. (2) Allowance for commuting expenses will be provided. (3) Employee and JAMSTEC will share the premiums for social insurance and labor insurance in the proportion specified by current statute. (4) JAMSTEC employee cooperative provides various subsidies for mutual aid and welfare services. (5) Housing lease service is not available. (6) Holidays and vacations: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end, and New Year's holidays. Annual vacations with pay, special vacations, leave of absence to care for a family member, and maternity leave are provided. |
| Application Procedure | (1) Required documents a) CV. Valid Email and home address must be provided. *Please include contact information for one reference who is a senior research scientist. The reference person will be required to submit a letter of recommendation for the selected applicant directly to JAMSTEC, by Email, after screening of documents. The reference person should not be an employee or a Visiting Researcher of JAMSTEC. b) Summary of your research (1 page) c) Research plan for the project (1 page) d) "Publication (achievement) list" including thesis titles and "list of competitive research funds" awarded to the applicant *Please list publications in refereed (peer-reviewed) journals separately from unrefereed publications. *Include DOI codes if available. *If you have not been awarded any, include "none" in the list. e) Two (or fewer) representative publications (2) Submission: Please apply via the following website: https://recruit.jobcan.jp/jamstec/entry/new/1069070 *All files must be converted to PDF format. *Since some of the notation is in Japanese on the website, please refer to the following input procedure when entering your information. Application guide (3) Interview and appointment Applicants will be selected based on submitted application material, followed by an interview. *Web-based online interviews by Zoom are expected basically. |
| Closing Date | June 30, 2022 at 13:00 in Japan time (The application documents must arrive at JAMSTEC by this date.) *Depending on the situation of applications, the closing date may be extended. |
| Contact | Human Resources Section, Human Resources Dept., JAMSTEC TEL: +81-45-778-5788 (Email: recruit-app[at]jamstec.go.jp) *Please replace [at] with @ when addressing Emails. *For inquiries by Email, please include "ESS AGP22-007" in the subject line. |
| Remarks | (1) Submitted documents will be managed safely according to strict rules. Personal information received during the recruiting process will be used only for recruitment screening and appointment procedures and not for any other purposes. (2) Successful candidate should submit a certificate documenting his/her health upon appointment. (3) Please kindly inform us in case of withdrawal of your application by Email. (4) Above conditions may be changed at the discretion of the agency. (5) For non-Japanese speakers, the interview and daily work will be conducted in English. |
| Diversity and Inclusion | In our quest to perform state-of-the-art research and develop scientific and technological innovations based on diverse values, JAMSTEC not only actively recruits women based on gender equality but also strives to create a work environment in which individuality is respected regardless of nationality, race, gender, self-recognition, age, or the presence or absence of disabilities. In response to the diverse needs of our employees, we will also promote more flexible work styles and environments, including shorter working hours and opportunities for discretionary work. |