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ALMA Project Special Research Fellow in 385–500 GHz Radio Astronomy Receiver Technology National Astronomical Observatory of Japan in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Electrical Engineering
Funding
This is a salaried fixed-term research position with an annual income of approximately 4–5 million yen; the base annual salary is approximately 4.2 million yen, or about 350,000 yen per month, with the final amount determined by duties, performance, and experience. Commuting allowance is available subject to eligibility, up to 150,000 yen per month. Health, pension, workers’ compensation, and employment insurance are provided. There is no bonus or retirement allowance.
Deadline
Dec 11, 2026
Country
Japan
University
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
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About this position
The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, part of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences, is seeking an ALMA Project Special Research Fellow to contribute to the ALMA 2 Project and technology research and development for future next-generation receivers.
The researcher will work on the design and performance evaluation of 385–500 GHz receivers, with particular emphasis on the design, verification, and improvement of onboard waveguide circuit components. The project also includes constructing and improving measurement systems for receivers and onboard components, as well as developing and verifying elemental technologies for next-generation receiver systems.
The position is based in the ALMA Project at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan in Mitaka, Tokyo. The researcher will collaborate with the receiver team and development manager in a specialist radio astronomy environment focused on high-sensitivity receivers, microwave and millimeter-wave components, waveguide technology, and advanced measurement systems.
The appointment is a fixed-term research role beginning in April 2027, with the possibility of renewal subject to project needs, performance, workload, and organizational conditions.
Funding details
This is a salaried fixed-term research position with an annual income of approximately 4–5 million yen; the base annual salary is approximately 4.2 million yen, or about 350,000 yen per month, with the final amount determined by duties, performance, and experience. Commuting allowance is available subject to eligibility, up to 150,000 yen per month. Health, pension, workers’ compensation, and employment insurance are provided. There is no bonus or retirement allowance.
What's required
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in science or engineering, or be expected to obtain one by March 31, 2027. Applicants should have basic knowledge of high-sensitivity receivers for radio astronomy; related research and development experience is desirable. Experience developing microwave and millimeter-wave components is required, and proficiency with measuring equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators is desirable. Applicants employed as a project researcher or part-time contract employee at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan for more than five years since April 2004 are not eligible.
How to apply
Complete the application form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ayqScdAnXc. After submission, follow the email instructions to upload a CV, research history, publication list, research proposal, and contact details for one or two referees. Submit PDF files within the stated size limits by noon Japan time on December 11, 2026.
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