RIKEN
2 months ago
Postdoctoral-equivalent Researcher Positions in Respiratory System Development, Molecular Biology, and Developmental Biology RIKEN in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
Fixed-term contract position with annual salary system. Annual income starts at about 4 million yen. Estimated monthly total at hiring is 536,065 yen or more for Senior Researcher, 448,990 yen or more for Researcher, and 382,610 yen or more for Special Researcher. Discretionary work allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance are provided, and social insurance is included.
Deadline
Sep 2, 2027
Country
Japan
University
RIKEN
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About this position
RIKEN’s Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research is recruiting a Senior Researcher, Researcher, or Special Researcher for the Respiratory System Development Research Team in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan. This is a postdoctoral-equivalent, fixed-term research position focused on developmental biology, molecular biology, stem cells, organoids, and respiratory system research.
The project is supported by AMED’s Innovative Advanced Research and Development Support Program and aims to elucidate the early molecular pathway of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis caused by alveolar stem cell stress, while also contributing to therapeutic drug discovery. The work will use cutting-edge methods such as live imaging, single-cell sequencing, lung organoid culture, and iPS cell differentiation systems.
Eligibility requires a PhD in a relevant field. Senior Researcher applicants should have at least 5 years of post-PhD experience and be able to mentor lab members. Researcher applicants must hold a PhD. Special Researcher applicants may be expected to complete the PhD by the appointment date and must have earned the degree within the last 5 years.
The position is based at RIKEN Kobe Campus East and West Area, Development and Regeneration Research Building in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The appointment is fixed-term for one year initially, with possible renewal up to March 31, 2030, depending on performance and project conditions. Salary starts at about 4 million yen per year, with additional allowances and social insurance.
Applications are accepted from September 2, 2026 to September 2, 2027, though the search may close early once a suitable candidate is found. Apply via the official recruitment page and submit the required electronic documents, including a resume and achievements list. Email inquiries may be sent to the RIKEN recruitment office, and research questions may be directed to Mitsuru Morimoto.
Funding details
Fixed-term contract position with annual salary system. Annual income starts at about 4 million yen. Estimated monthly total at hiring is 536,065 yen or more for Senior Researcher, 448,990 yen or more for Researcher, and 382,610 yen or more for Special Researcher. Discretionary work allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance are provided, and social insurance is included.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in a field related to the job description. Senior Researcher applicants must have at least 5 years of post-PhD experience in their specialty and be able to mentor lab members. Special Researcher applicants may be expected to obtain the PhD by the appointment date and must have earned the degree within the last 5 years. Applicants should be able to communicate smoothly and collaborate with internal and external partners.
How to apply
Prepare the required electronic application documents, including a resume and list of achievements, and submit them through the recruitment agency website using the official posting URL. Applications are accepted from September 2, 2026 to September 2, 2027, but the search may close early once a suitable candidate is found. Direct JREC-IN portal and email applications are not accepted.
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