National Institute of Health Sciences
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Part-time Specially Appointed Researcher in Clinical Research and Clinical Trials National Institute for Health Crisis Management in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biology
Funding
Part-time fixed-term position with an hourly wage of 2,560 yen. Work is limited to 31 hours per week with a 60-minute break; commuting allowance is available. Standard social insurance coverage is provided, including health insurance, employees' pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and employment insurance.
Deadline
Jan 31, 2027
Country
Japan
University
National Institute of Health Sciences

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National Institute for Health Crisis Management in Tokyo is recruiting a part-time, fixed-term Specially Appointed Researcher for its Clinical Research Center, International Trials Department, Clinical Trials Coordination Office.
The role is centered on clinical research and clinical trials, including planning, implementation, and presentation of studies; project management; CRC duties; monitoring; ethics committee applications; grant applications; report writing; and handling inquiries. The department’s research themes include epidemiological surveys and registry studies on infectious diseases, as well as clinical research evaluating the efficacy and safety of vaccines and therapeutic drugs.
This opening is best suited to candidates with experience in clinical research coordination, clinical trial operations, and research administration. The post explicitly asks for at least two years of CRC experience, good PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the ability to prepare documents and communicate effectively, and comfort reading specialized English documents. Certified CRC holders are especially welcome.
Funding is employment-based rather than a scholarship: the hourly wage is 2,560 yen, with commuting allowance and standard social insurance coverage. The position is part-time, up to 31 hours per week, and the contract is annual with possible reappointment depending on performance and institutional needs.
The work location is Tokyo, Japan (Toyama, Shinjuku-ku). Applications are accepted from February 19, 2026 to January 31, 2027, or until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a resume, achievements list, and supporting certificates by mail or email following the instructions in the posting.
Funding details
Part-time fixed-term position with an hourly wage of 2,560 yen. Work is limited to 31 hours per week with a 60-minute break; commuting allowance is available. Standard social insurance coverage is provided, including health insurance, employees' pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, and employment insurance.
What's required
At least two years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator in clinical trials or clinical research; clinical work experience is desirable; ability to use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to communicate and handle administrative tasks such as document preparation; ability to read specialized English documents and not be averse to English. Applicants with a certified Clinical Research Coordinator qualification (Japanese Society for Clinical Trials or equivalent to 3 years of CRC experience) are welcome. Applicants must have a valid work visa.
How to apply
Prepare a resume with a recent photo and full education/work history, plus a list of achievements and copies of licenses, qualifications, and degree certificates. Submit by mail to the Personnel Section or by email to [email protected]. Use the specified subject line or envelope wording in Japanese/English as instructed.
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