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Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

Postdoctoral Researcher / Staff Scientist in Organic Optoelectronics, Nanotechnology and Materials Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University in Japan

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full-time fixed-term position with an annual salary of approximately 4 million to 8 million yen depending on experience and ability. Model salary ranges are 5 million to 7.5 million yen for Staff Scientist and 4.5 million to 5.9 million yen for Postdoctoral Scholar. Benefits include relocation allowance, housing allowance, commuting allowance, and comprehensive social insurance.

Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

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Japan

University

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

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Keywords

Chemistry
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Organic Electronics
Polymer Synthesis
Ultrafast Spectroscopy
Physics

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About this position

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University is recruiting a Staff Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher in the Organic Optoelectronics Unit (Ryota Kabe). The position is based in Okinawa, Japan and focuses on nanotechnology and materials, especially functional physical chemistry.

The unit works on charge and exciton control in organic materials and the development of devices and materials using these techniques. Research themes include organic semiconductor materials, polymer synthesis, luminescent polymers, ultrafast spectroscopy with femtosecond lasers, and fabrication/evaluation of organic semiconductor devices.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D.. For the Staff Scientist role, at least 5 years of postdoctoral/work experience after the doctorate and strong English communication skills are required. A background in organic synthesis, especially polymer synthesis, is preferred, and experience in synthetic chemistry, computational science, spectroscopic analysis, or materials science is desirable.

This is a full-time fixed-term appointment for 2 years (renewable). The advertised annual salary is approximately 4 million to 8 million yen, with model ranges of 5.0–7.5 million yen for Staff Scientist and 4.5–5.9 million yen for Postdoctoral Scholar. Benefits include relocation allowance, housing allowance, commuting allowance, and social insurance.

Applications are accepted from 2026-10-07 to 2027-03-31, and the search may close early once a suitable candidate is found. Apply via the JREC-IN portal or email your documents to [email protected].

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term position with an annual salary of approximately 4 million to 8 million yen depending on experience and ability. Model salary ranges are 5 million to 7.5 million yen for Staff Scientist and 4.5 million to 5.9 million yen for Postdoctoral Scholar. Benefits include relocation allowance, housing allowance, commuting allowance, and comprehensive social insurance.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. Staff Scientist candidates require at least 5 years of work experience after obtaining the doctorate and strong English communication skills. A background in organic synthesis, especially polymer synthesis, is preferred, and experience in synthetic chemistry, organic semiconductor devices, computational science, spectroscopic analysis, or materials science is desirable. Research proposals are welcome, and the exact research theme will be determined according to the applicant's expertise.

How to apply

Prepare an English CV and a summary of previous research in Japanese or English. Submit the application through the JREC-IN portal web application or by email to [email protected]. Letters of recommendation are required if you advance to the final interview.

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