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Project Researcher / Postdoctoral Equivalent in Forest Science and Ecology at the University of Tokyo (Hokkaido Experimental Forest) University of Tokyo in Japan

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Ecology

Funding

Full-time fixed-term research position with annual income from 4 million yen upward. Annual salary system applies, including performance-based and results-oriented bonuses. Commuting allowance available up to 55,000 yen per month.

Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

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Japan

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University of Tokyo

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Keywords

Ecology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Forestry
Environmental Conservation

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About this position

Open call for a Project Researcher / postdoctoral-equivalent fixed-term position at the Hokkaido Experimental Forest, Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo.

The position is part of the Forest GX Project, a collaboration between the University of Tokyo and SMBC Group focused on adding value to forest assets and advancing green transformation through practical demonstration research. The successful candidate will work on forest management and strategies that balance timber production with ecosystem conservation, especially through a demonstration study on converting artificial forests to near-natural forests.

Research keywords: forest science, ecology, environmental science, nature-symbiotic systems, field surveys, forest management, ecosystem conservation.

Eligibility highlights: doctoral degree required; research experience in a related field; experience planning and conducting field surveys; ability to communicate with project stakeholders in Japanese and work collaboratively.

Employment details: full-time fixed-term appointment, with a probationary period. Annual salary starts at around 4 million yen, with performance-based and results-oriented bonuses. Commuting allowance is available up to 55,000 yen/month. Interviews will be conducted online.

Location: Furano City, Hokkaido, Japan.

Deadline: applications must arrive between August 7, 2026 and December 31, 2026; the search may close earlier once a suitable candidate is found.

How to apply: submit the required documents by mail to Okada at the Hokkaido Experimental Forest office. Overseas applicants may also submit documents electronically after confirming the procedure by email at [email protected].

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term research position with annual income from 4 million yen upward. Annual salary system applies, including performance-based and results-oriented bonuses. Commuting allowance available up to 55,000 yen per month.

What's required

Doctoral degree required. Applicants should have research experience in a related field, a strong motivation to conduct the work, experience planning and conducting field surveys, and the ability to communicate with project stakeholders in Japanese and work collaboratively.

How to apply

Prepare the required documents including the University of Tokyo CV form, publication list, up to three major paper reprints, research summary, and one referee contact. Mail the documents to Okada at the Hokkaido Experimental Forest office; overseas applicants may submit electronically after confirming the procedure by email. Applications are accepted until December 31, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found.

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