Japan Sport Council
1 week ago
Contract Researcher in Sports Psychology at the National Institute of Sports Science Japan Sport Council in Japan
Degree Level
not provided
Field of study
Sports Science
Funding
This is a fixed-term contract employee position with an annual income of 4,000,000 to 9,000,000 Japanese yen. Compensation includes a standard monthly salary, contract researcher allowance, commuting allowance, and overtime allowance where applicable. A model monthly salary for a master's degree holder with five years of work experience is 331,000 yen. Salary increases may be available once annually, and bonuses are paid twice annually; the FY2025 actual bonus was equivalent to 4.6 months' salar
Deadline
Nov 26, 2026
Country
Japan
University
Japan Sport Council
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About this position
The National Institute of Sports Science (JISS), operated by the Japan Sport Council, is recruiting one fixed-term Contract Researcher in Sports Psychology within the Department of Sports Medicine at the High-Performance Sports Center in Tokyo, Japan.
The successful researcher will conduct sports psychology research aimed at improving Japan's international competitiveness. Duties include individual research, collaboration with the sports psychology group and other fields, psychological support for athletes, support during major domestic and international competitions, and other activities related to the sports psychology group.
Applicants must hold a master's degree or higher in a relevant field, or be expected to obtain one by the employment date. Required professional qualifications include at least one of the following: Certified Sports Mental Training Instructor certified by the Japanese Society of Sport Psychology, Clinical Psychologist, or Certified Public Psychologist. Candidates should demonstrate research achievements relevant to international competitiveness, experience and knowledge in psychological support for athletes, and a strong interest in supporting top-level athletes. Experience with top-level athletes is desirable.
The position offers an annual income of ¥4 million–¥9 million, with monthly salary, contract researcher, commuting, and applicable overtime allowances. Bonuses, possible annual salary increases, and comprehensive social insurance are provided. The initial contract runs from the April 1, 2027 appointment date through the end of that fiscal year and may be renewed annually for a maximum employment period of four years.
Applications must arrive by 16:00 on November 26, 2026. Selection consists of document screening followed by an interview, expected in early December 2026 and potentially conducted online. Applications should be submitted by email to [email protected].
Funding details
This is a fixed-term contract employee position with an annual income of 4,000,000 to 9,000,000 Japanese yen. Compensation includes a standard monthly salary, contract researcher allowance, commuting allowance, and overtime allowance where applicable. A model monthly salary for a master's degree holder with five years of work experience is 331,000 yen. Salary increases may be available once annually, and bonuses are paid twice annually; the FY2025 actual bonus was equivalent to 4.6 months' salar
What's required
A master's degree or higher in a relevant field is required; applicants expecting to obtain the degree by the employment date are eligible. Applicants must have research achievements related to improving international competitiveness in the relevant field, experience and knowledge in providing psychological support to athletes, and a strong interest in supporting top-level athletes from a sports psychology perspective. Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications: Certified Sports Mental Training Instructor certified by the Japanese Society of Sport Psychology, Clinical Psychologist, or Certified Public Psychologist. Experience supporting top-level athletes is desirable.
How to apply
Prepare the specified application form, curriculum vitae, activity history, application statement, research achievements list, recommendation letter, copies of up to five major research achievements, and proof of the required qualification and degree. Combine documents ①–⑥ into one PDF named '[Name] Contract Researcher (Sports Psychology)' and email all materials by 16:00 on November 26, 2026, to [email protected]. Include '[Your Name] Application Documents for Contract Researcher (Sports
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