Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties, National Institutes for Cultural Heritage
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Associate Fellow in Cultural Properties Information and Materials / Japanese Art Yearbook (Postdoc-equivalent) Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Art History
Funding
Annual income is 4,680,000 yen, paid in one-twelfth monthly installments on the 17th. The posting also states an annual income range of 4 million to 5 million yen. Commuting allowance is available with a limit. Health insurance, employees' pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and employment insurance are provided.
Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Country
Japan
University
Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties, National Institutes for Cultural Heritage
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Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties (National Institutes for Cultural Heritage) is recruiting an Associate Fellow for the Department of Cultural Properties Information and Materials in Tokyo, Japan. This is a postdoc-equivalent, fixed-term contract position focused on research and study work, especially the editing and publication of the “Yearbook of Japanese Art”.
The role sits at the intersection of art history, cultural properties, database compilation, and publication editing/proofreading. The institute’s mission includes researching cultural properties, clarifying their historical and cultural value, preserving information for future generations, and supporting cultural heritage protection in Japan and internationally.
Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a master’s degree (or equivalent specialized knowledge and research ability). Strong knowledge of domestic and international art from ancient times to the present is required. Experience in database data compilation and editing/proofreading is desirable. Language test results such as TOEIC may be listed if available.
Funding: annual salary is 4,680,000 yen (also described as roughly 4–5 million yen annually), with commuting allowance available subject to limits and standard social insurance coverage.
Location: Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Deadline: applications must arrive by 2026-10-30 at 5 PM. Selection is document screening followed by a written essay and interview for shortlisted candidates.
How to apply: download the specified forms, prepare the required documents, and submit by mail, email (PDF), or in person. The official recruitment page and email contact are provided by the institute.
Funding details
Annual income is 4,680,000 yen, paid in one-twelfth monthly installments on the 17th. The posting also states an annual income range of 4 million to 5 million yen. Commuting allowance is available with a limit. Health insurance, employees' pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and employment insurance are provided.
What's required
Applicants must hold a master's degree from a graduate school, or possess equivalent specialized knowledge and research abilities. Extensive knowledge of domestic and international art from ancient times to the present day is required. Experience in database data compilation is desirable, and experience in editing publications, including proofreading, is also desirable. If language proficiency tests such as TOEIC have been taken, the score and date should be listed and an official certificate attached.
How to apply
Prepare the specified application documents and submit them by mail, email (PDF), or in person by the deadline. Write the job title in red on the envelope if mailing. Email submissions should be sent to [email protected].
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