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University of Tsukuba

Postdoctoral Researcher Opening in Sleep Medicine, Neuroscience, and Genetics at University of Tsukuba University of Tsukuba in Japan

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Postdoc

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Fixed-term full-time contract researcher/postdoctoral equivalent position with an annual salary of 4 million to 5 million yen, depending on research achievements and experience. Commuting allowance is provided. Standard social insurance coverage is included (health insurance, pension, workers' compensation, employment insurance).

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Dec 16, 2026

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University of Tsukuba

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Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Medical Imaging
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Animal Physiology
Electrophysiology
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About this position

University of Tsukuba’s International Institute for Integrative Sleep Medicine (Izawa Laboratory) is recruiting a fixed-term full-time researcher / postdoctoral equivalent position in sleep medicine, neuroscience, genetics, and related life-science methods.

The lab studies the hypothalamic neural mechanisms of sleep and metabolism using experimental animals such as mice. The role involves research work in physiology, histology, genetics, and behavior, with a strong emphasis on experimental and analytical skills.

Research fields: general neuroscience, genetics, and animal physiological chemistry/physiology/ethology. Relevant technical backgrounds include neurophysiology, cell biology, molecular biology, imaging, and bioinformatics.

Eligibility: applicants must hold or be expected to obtain a doctoral degree in medicine, science and engineering, life sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, or a related area. Applicants must also be eligible to work in Japan.

Funding and conditions: annual salary is 4–5 million yen, with commuting allowance and standard social insurance coverage. The appointment is fixed-term from April 1, 2027 to March 31, 2028, with possible renewal depending on budget and performance.

Location: Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.

Application window: October 5, 2026 to December 16, 2026. Selection is by document review and interview; online interviews may be possible. Apply via the JREC-IN Portal using the specified documents and submit them as a single PDF.

Funding details

Fixed-term full-time contract researcher/postdoctoral equivalent position with an annual salary of 4 million to 5 million yen, depending on research achievements and experience. Commuting allowance is provided. Standard social insurance coverage is included (health insurance, pension, workers' compensation, employment insurance).

What's required

Applicants must hold or be expected to obtain a doctoral degree in medicine, science and engineering, life sciences, pharmacy, agriculture, or a related field. Proficiency in at least one of the following is required: neurophysiology, cell biology, molecular biology, imaging, or bioinformatics. Applicants must also be eligible to work in Japan and not fall under the listed disqualification categories.

How to apply

Prepare the required application documents in the university/JREC-IN specified formats and submit them as a single PDF file through the JREC-IN Portal web application. Online interviews may be used depending on circumstances. Applications must arrive between October 5, 2026 and December 16, 2026.

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