| Available Position | Postdoctoral Researcher (EGP23-019) |
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| Recruiting Department | Geomaterials Science Research Group, Kochi Institute for Core Sample Research (KOCHI), Institute for Extra-cutting-edge Science and Technology Avant-garde Research (X-star) *There may be a change in affiliation in the case of reorganization of the Agency. |
| Job Description | The Geomaterials Science Research Group, Kochi Institute for Core Sample Research (KOCHI), Institute for Extra-cutting-edge Science and Technology Avant-garde Research (X-star) is soliciting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to engage in the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science KAKENHI project "Understanding the transition process of slow-to-fast earthquakes: an experimental approach using a hydrothermal shearing apparatus (FY2023-2026, PI: Takehiro Hirose)”. [Research Description] Slow earthquakes observed prior to the occurrence of a large earthquake have become indispensable for the preliminary detection of such large earthquakes. However, the interplay between slow and fast earthquakes remains unclear. The successful applicant will conduct geomaterials-based laboratory experiments and interpret the results to provide a better understanding of the processes involved in the transition from slow to fast earthquakes. The successful applicant will be expected to perform the following tasks: (1) Research earthquake and faulting mechanics from a material sciences perspective using technology available at the institute. (2) Actively contribute to the development of experimental methods for the research described in (1). (3) Construct a model of earthquake generation processes based on experimental results obtained through collaboration with other researchers in various fields. [Relevant Research Fields] Geophysics, Geology, Rock mechanics |
| Job Type | Postdoctoral Researcher: To contribute to the project, a Postdoctoral Researcher should be able to independently conduct the research subjects which are authorized by the Projects under direction of a leader, and to be appointed to improve their research qualities. |
| 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 2018 are eligible.) |
| Work Place | Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) Kochi Institute for Core Sample Research (KOCHI), 200 Monobe Otsu, Nankoku, Kochi, 783-8502, JAPAN *Measures to prevent passive smoking: No smoking on the premises, 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 *The determination of working hours allocation, including start and end times, as well as the method of carrying out research and development activities (including teleworking), is left to the discretion of the employee. (4) Contract Period: Total period will be terminated on March 31, 2027 after two contract renewals. *First contract period is from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025. *Effective date of employment is negotiable. *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. *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 falls under Article 15-2, Act on Promotion of Science and Technology Innovation. *This position is a non-tenure-track, fixed-term employee position. |
| Salary | Annual salary (paid in 1/12 equal monthly payments) JPY 4,400,000-5,600,000 *Salary will be competitive, based on the academic qualifications and demonstrated research skills of the candidate. *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. (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/1780193 *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 Applicants will be selected based on submitted application material, followed by an interview. *Web-based online interviews are expected basically. |
| Closing Date | December 13, 2023 at 23:59 in Japan time *Depending on the situation of applications, the closing date may be extended. |
| Contact | Human Resources Section, Human Resources Dept., JAMSTEC TEL: +81-45-778-5811 Email: recruit-app[at]jamstec.go.jp *Please replace [at] with @ when addressing Emails. *For inquiries by Email, please include "KOCHI EGP23-019" 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 their 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. |