National Institute for Materials Science
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Materials for Quantum Sensing Applications National Institute for Materials Science in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Fixed-term postdoctoral contract with annual income of 4 million to 5 million yen; monthly salary is 345,425 yen including fixed overtime pay. Commuting allowance is available subject to distance and policy. Standard social insurance may apply depending on employment type.
Deadline
Sep 29, 2026
Country
Japan
University
National Institute for Materials Science

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National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher for research on quantum materials and quantum sensing applications using NV centers in diamond.
The position is based in the Electronic and Optical Functional Materials Research Center, Semiconductor Defect Control Group, in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.
Research topics include evaluating the fundamental spin properties of color centers, crystallization for controlling the morphology of color centers, and the evaluation of crystal defects and impurities. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in materials science, physics, nanotechnology, and defect engineering in quantum materials.
Eligibility: applicants must hold a PhD or be expected to obtain one. The appointment is fixed-term for one year from the start date, with possible renewal up to four times depending on performance and budget. The expected start date is sometime after 2026-09-01 (negotiable).
Funding: annual income is listed as 4–5 million yen, with a monthly salary of 345,425 yen including fixed overtime pay. Commuting allowance is available, and standard insurance may apply depending on employment conditions.
Application window: 2026-06-30 to 2026-09-29, with the note that applications may close early once a suitable candidate is found.
How to apply: submit the NIMS-format CV, research summary (max 2 A4 pages), publication list, contact details for two referees, and copies of three major publications. Apply by email to [email protected].
Funding details
Fixed-term postdoctoral contract with annual income of 4 million to 5 million yen; monthly salary is 345,425 yen including fixed overtime pay. Commuting allowance is available subject to distance and policy. Standard social insurance may apply depending on employment type.
What's required
PhD holders or those expected to obtain a PhD. Applicants should have research experience relevant to quantum materials, spin properties, crystal growth or defect/impurity evaluation, and be able to provide two referees plus copies of three major publications.
How to apply
Prepare the NIMS-format CV, research summary, publication list, referee contacts, and three major publications. Apply by email to [email protected]; portal and agency website applications are not available. Applications are accepted from 2026-06-30 until 2026-09-29 and may close early once filled.
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