Publisher
source

University of Tokyo

Postdoctoral Researcher Opening in Gravitational Wave Telescope Development and Data Analysis at the University of Tokyo (KAGRA) University of Tokyo in Japan

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Annual income starts at about 4 million yen. The salary is described as a basic monthly salary of 300,000 yen plus a performance/results bonus of 62,000 yen per month. Health insurance, pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, employment insurance, and commuting allowance are provided.

Deadline

Dec 7, 2026

Country flag

Country

Japan

University

University of Tokyo

Social connections

How do I apply for this?

Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.

Apply for this position

Keywords

Computer Science
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Physics
Gravitational Wave

Suggested positions

About this position

Open call for a specially appointed researcher / postdoctoral-equivalent position at the University of Tokyo, Institute for Cosmic Ray Research, in the Affiliated Gravitational Wave Observatory. The project is centered on the KAGRA cryogenic gravitational wave telescope in Hida City, Gifu Prefecture, with research activities spanning instrument performance improvement, stable observational operation, and analysis of gravitational wave data.

This opportunity is well suited to candidates interested in physics, astronomy, and related data-analysis work in a major international collaboration with LIGO-Virgo. The post is described as a researcher/postdoctoral equivalent, full-time, fixed-term appointment. The institute notes that prior experience in gravitational-wave telescope development or gravitational-wave data analysis is not required, and encourages applications from a broad range of related research fields.

Eligibility: applicants must hold a PhD at the time of employment or be expected to obtain one. The role is based primarily in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, with the gravitational-wave data analysis system located in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture. The appointment starts on April 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Funding and conditions: annual income starts at about 4 million yen. The salary structure includes a basic monthly salary of 300,000 yen plus a performance/results bonus of 62,000 yen per month. Insurance coverage and commuting allowance are provided. The contract is renewed annually for a total term of three years, with a possible overall maximum of six years under certain conditions.

How to apply: submit the required documents by email as PDF attachments to [email protected]. Use the subject line ICRR2026-07. Required materials include a CV, research history, publication/achievement list with up to three major papers, availability date, research plan, and two recommendation/opinion letters sent directly by referees. The application window runs from 2026-09-25 to 2026-12-07.

Funding details

Annual income starts at about 4 million yen. The salary is described as a basic monthly salary of 300,000 yen plus a performance/results bonus of 62,000 yen per month. Health insurance, pension insurance, workers' compensation insurance, employment insurance, and commuting allowance are provided.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD at the time of employment or be expected to obtain one. Experience in gravitational wave telescope development research or gravitational wave data analysis is not required, but applicants from related research fields are encouraged. The position is for a researcher/postdoctoral equivalent and is full-time, fixed-term, with a probationary period.

How to apply

Prepare the required PDF documents and email them as attachments to [email protected]. Include application number ICRR2026-07 in the email subject line. Ask the recommendation/opinion letters to be sent directly by the referees before the deadline.

More information can be found here

Ask ApplyKite AI

Start chatting
Can you summarize this position?
What qualifications are required for this position?
How should I prepare my application?