Masashi Ogami
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Postdoc/Researcher Position in AI for Protein Design, Antibodies, and Molecular Simulation at Tokyo University of Science Tokyo University of Science in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full-time fixed-term researcher/postdoc-equivalent position with annual income of 5 million to 7 million yen. Contract runs from the start date until March 31, 2029, with possible renewal depending on budget, progress, and performance.
Deadline
Nov 15, 2026
Country
Japan
University
Institute of Science Tokyo
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Tokyo University of Science is recruiting researcher/postdoc-equivalent staff for the Ogami Laboratory in the Department of Information Engineering, School of Computing at the Yokohama Campus in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
The position focuses on AI for Science and molecular simulation for research on antibodies, T-cell receptors, small molecules, peptides, and catalysts. The lab uses methods such as AlphaFold, Boltz-2, RFdiffusion, BindCraft, language models like AbLang, ESM, and Chemformer, plus Bayesian optimization, reinforcement learning, molecular dynamics, extended sampling, and binding free energy calculations.
Applicants should have a doctorate or be expected to obtain one before the start date. Master’s degree holders may also be considered if they have substantial relevant experience. The university is looking for candidates with research experience in protein structure prediction/design, machine learning for small molecules or catalysts, biomolecular simulation, antigen-antibody bioinformatics, or broader AI/AI for Science work. Experience with drug discovery software, ML libraries, and computing environments is desirable.
This is a full-time fixed-term appointment with an annual salary of 5–7 million yen. The contract runs until March 31, 2029, with possible renewal. The start date is November 1, 2026 and is negotiable. Up to 3 positions are available.
Applications must be submitted as a single PDF through the JREC-IN Portal Web Application. Required documents include a CV, publication/achievement list, a summary of past research achievements, and contact details for at least one referee. The application window is October 5, 2026 to November 15, 2026, and selection is ongoing until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be conducted on campus or via Zoom.
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term researcher/postdoc-equivalent position with annual income of 5 million to 7 million yen. Contract runs from the start date until March 31, 2029, with possible renewal depending on budget, progress, and performance.
What's required
Applicants should hold a doctoral degree, or be expected to obtain one before starting. Master's degree holders may also be eligible if they have substantial work experience. Required experience includes research in one or more of: deep learning for protein structure prediction or protein design; machine learning with small molecules or metal catalysts; molecular dynamics simulations and biomolecular applications including extended sampling; bioinformatics on antigen-antibody interactions, antibody molecules/epitopes, or TCR-pMHC interactions; or foundational AI/AI for Science research. Familiarity with drug discovery software, machine learning libraries, and computing environments is desirable, and a strong intention to present research internationally is expected.
How to apply
Prepare a single PDF containing the required documents and submit it through the JREC-IN Portal Web Application. Applications are accepted from October 5, 2026 to November 15, 2026 and are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early. Interviews may be held on campus or via Zoom.
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