HOME > News & Information > Recruitment > Recruitment for a Senior Post Doctoral Fellow (Fixed Term Researcher) (Center for Computational Science & e-Systems)
Number of employees
One person
Recruitment theme
Theme
Development of First-Principles Computational Methods and Machine-Learning Techniques for Hydrogen-Related Materials
Summary
Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) invites applications for a fixed-term research fellow in the field of computational science, including computational physics, theoretical chemistry, and molecular simulations, aimed at promoting and advancing the overall materials research program. The appointed researcher will engage in the development of first-principles computational methods to analyze the properties of hydrogen-related materials based on quantum theory, and will promote materials DX using AI technologies such as machine learning force fields. Specifically, the successful candidate will engage in the acceleration and further development of the PIMD code being developed at the Center for Computational Science and Systems, and apply it to internal collaborative research programs on solids, liquids, and interfaces, where large-scale computations and highly accurate analyses that explicitly account for the quantum nature of hydrogen atoms are essential.
Assigning Organization
Center for Computational Science & e-Systems,
Japan Atomic Energy Agency
Work Location
Center for Computational Science & e-Systems,
Japan Atomic Energy Agency,
178-4 Wakashiba, Kashiwa, Chiba 277-0871, Japan
Compensation
Annual salary system based on ability and performance, various social insurances, transportation allowance, family housing available, and a single dormitory provided.
Contract Period
One-year contract. For those who have demonstrated satisfactory performance through required evaluations, contract renewal is possible annually, subject to further evaluations, provided they secure funding (in principle, contract renewals are limited to four times).
*Those who achieve outstanding research achievements after being hired may qualify for conversion to regular tenured staff.
Trial Period
6 months
Holidays and Leave
Two weekly days off (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays, year-end/new year holidays, annual paid leave, and special leave, etc.
Eligibility Requirements
(1) Holders of a doctoral degree with at least one year of full-time teaching or research experience at a university or similar institution.
(2) The applicant must have research experience in computational science, including computational physics, theoretical chemistry, and molecular simulations, and possess sufficient knowledge of machine learning. In addition, the applicant must have the ability to work effectively in team-based research and international collaborative research environments.
(3) It is desirable that the applicant have knowledge and practical experience in first-principles computational methods and quantum-theory-based property analysis, as well as experience in program development and large-scale numerical simulations using high-performance computing environments (e.g., supercomputers).
Required Documents
(1) Curriculum vitae specified in this organization's format (PDF or Word)
(2) Research experience statement specified in this organization's format (PDF or Word)
(3) Research history document (A4 format, free style), list of research achievements (A4 format, free style), and reprints of major papers
※ For the list of research achievements, underline the applicant's name.
(4) Copy of degree certificate
(5) One or two letters of recommendation (in any format)
※ Request these letters from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's research content and personal qualities. Letters must be from sources other than this organization.
※ It is preferable for one letter to be from the current supervisor.
※ The recommender should directly submit the hand-signed recommendation letter as a PDF attachment via email to the address specified below.
(6) Consent form regarding handling of personal information (PDF or Word)
※ Submission of item (6) is restricted to residents of the EEA (European Economic Area) member states (EU member countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway).
Submission Deadline
March 2, 2026 (Tuesday) - Must arrive by this date
Application Submission
Email all documents to the following address, using the following subject line format: "Fixed-term Research Fellow Application (Center for Computational Science & e-Systems) - [Applicant's Full Name]." Please submit all required documents in PDF format to the following email address. If the subject line is missing or incomplete, the application will not be processed. Recommendation letters may also be submitted directly to the following email address by the recommender. Email: jinji-saiyogenkaken11[at]jaea.go.jp (Please replace [at] with @.)
Document Review
Applications will be reviewed to determine eligible candidates for the selection examination. Results of the document review will be notified in writing. Please understand that submitted application materials will not be returned.
Recruitment Examinations
(1) Research Achievement Review (oral presentation using PowerPoint or similar tools, followed by Q&A)
(2) Interview Examination
Recruitment Test Date (Scheduled)
March, 2026
Recruitment Test Venue
Japan Atomic Energy Agency, The University of Tokyo Kashiwanoha Campus Station Satellite, 178-4 Wakashiba, Kashiwa, Chiba 277-0871, Japan, or via Web conference system (Zoom)
Examination Results
Results of the recruitment examination will be notified promptly in writing after the examination period ends.
Employment Date (Planned)
May 1, 2026
Travel Expenses
We will cover your travel expenses in Japan for the recruitment examination in accordance with JAEA travel allowance regulations. Detailed information will be provided to the candidates.
Contact & inquiries
Mr. Ryota Tazawa
Human Resources Development Section,
Human Resources Development Department,
Japan Atomic Energy Agency
765-1 Funaishikawa, Tokai-mura, Naka-gun, Ibaraki 319-1184, Japan
Tel: +81-29-282-9482
Fax: +81-29-283-4701
E-mail: jinji-saiyo[at]jaea.go.jp (Replace [at] with @)
(Reference related to the recruitment field)
Dr. Motoyuki Shiga
Principal Researcher
AI/DX Research and Development Office
Center for Computational Science & e-Systems,
Japan Atomic Energy Agency
TEL: +81-80-4389-9679
FAX: +81-4-7135-2382
E-Mail: jinji-saiyo[at]jaea.go.jp (Replace [at] with @)
Important Notes
(1) Those who have been offered employment must submit a separate medical examination report (containing measurements of height, weight, urine test results, and chest X-ray findings, dated within six months).
(2) If you do not hold Japanese nationality, you must obtain the status of residence in Japan for employment at Japan Atomic Energy Agency by the scheduled start date.
Treatment of personal information
The personal information you provide will be used for the recruitment screening process. For those selected for employment, the personal information will remain in use for post-employment management purposes. For others, the information will be discarded one year after submission.
