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Project Researcher Position in Computational Science and Theoretical Physics / Quantum Device Design (PhD required) at the University of Tokyo University of Tokyo in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Annual income is 4 million to 8 million yen. Monthly salary ranges from 370,000 to 550,000 yen depending on qualifications and experience. Full-time fixed-term employment; not tenure-track.
Deadline
Dec 15, 2026
Country
Japan
University
University of Tokyo

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Open call for a Project Researcher / Assistant Professor equivalent / Researcher-Postdoctoral equivalent position at the University of Tokyo in Computational Science and Theoretical Physics.
The position is based in Yamada Laboratory, Institute for Advanced Studies, Graduate School of Engineering, and is tied to the CREST project “Creation of Quantum Interconnects Utilizing Thermal Phonons” within the area “Exploring Untapped Fields in Quantum Science and Technology.” The research focus includes quantum device design, phononic structure design, shape optimization, and topology optimization, with connections to mathematical physics, statistical mathematics, magnetism/superconductivity/strongly correlated systems, and nanostructure physics.
This is a full-time fixed-term appointment, not tenure-track. The annual income is listed as 4 million to 8 million yen, with a monthly salary of 370,000 to 550,000 yen depending on qualifications and experience. The planned start date is April 1, 2027 (or after consultation).
Eligibility: applicants must already hold a PhD or be expected to obtain one by the time of appointment. Prior experience is not required, but interest in new research areas related to optimization and quantum device design is desirable.
Work location: Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Application window: September 28, 2026 to December 15, 2026. Applications are reviewed as they arrive and may close early once a suitable candidate is found.
How to apply: submit the required documents via the JREC-IN online portal, including the University of Tokyo unified resume form, list of achievements, about three major papers, a one-page summary of achievements, and contact details for two referees. Online interviews may be available for applicants living overseas or far away.
Funding details
Annual income is 4 million to 8 million yen. Monthly salary ranges from 370,000 to 550,000 yen depending on qualifications and experience. Full-time fixed-term employment; not tenure-track.
What's required
Applicants must already have a PhD degree in a field related to the job duties (engineering, science, information science, etc.), or be expected to obtain one by the time of appointment. Prior experience is not required, but interest in new research areas related to shape optimization, topology optimization, and quantum device design is desirable.
How to apply
Prepare the required documents, including the University of Tokyo unified resume form, list of achievements, about three major papers, a one-page summary of achievements, and contact details for two referees. Submit through the JREC-IN portal online application system; email application is not possible. Applications are reviewed in order and may close early once a suitable candidate is found.
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