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Project Researcher (X-ray Utilization) in Nuclear Engineering / Quantum Beam Science The University of Tokyo in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Fixed-term researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent contract at the University of Tokyo. Annual income is 3 million to 5 million yen, with an annual salary system and a monthly salary of approximately 330,000 to 370,000 yen depending on qualifications, abilities, and experience, plus performance/achievement bonuses and commuting allowance up to 55,000 yen per month.
Deadline
Mar 31, 2027
Country
Japan
University
The Univeristy of Tokyo
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Public recruitment for a Project Researcher (X-ray Utilization) at the Hasegawa Laboratory, Department of Nuclear Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo.
This fixed-term research position focuses on high-power, high-energy X-rays generated from electron accelerators, with research and development aimed at solving problems in the quantitative understanding and visualization of internal material structures. The project connects experiments, theory, and simulations and is intended to advance non-destructive testing technologies and social implementation.
The lab is seeking researchers who can work on advanced X-ray imaging and image processing, including methods that combine physical approaches with AI-based analysis of captured images. Collaboration with related institutions is also part of the role.
Research fields listed include nuclear engineering, quantum beam science, structural engineering, earthquake engineering, safety engineering, and related experimental natural sciences.
Eligibility: a doctoral degree in a related science/engineering field, or expected completion before appointment. No direct experience is required, but applicants should be motivated, adaptable, and able to communicate in Japanese with partner institutions.
Location: Tokai-mura, Ibaraki, Japan. Employment: fixed-term contract, researcher/postdoctoral equivalent. Salary: annual income of 3–5 million yen, with commuting allowance and bonuses.
Deadline: applications are accepted from September 1, 2026 until March 31, 2027, and the search may close earlier once a suitable candidate is found.
How to apply: submit the required documents by mail or email, using the University of Tokyo standardized resume format and including a publication/achievement list, representative papers, and a short research summary.
Funding details
Fixed-term researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent contract at the University of Tokyo. Annual income is 3 million to 5 million yen, with an annual salary system and a monthly salary of approximately 330,000 to 370,000 yen depending on qualifications, abilities, and experience, plus performance/achievement bonuses and commuting allowance up to 55,000 yen per month.
What's required
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a science or engineering field related to the position, or be expected to obtain the degree before assuming the post. Direct experience is not required, but the lab seeks motivated, proactive researchers who can adapt flexibly to changing environments and communicate with related institutions in Japanese.
How to apply
Prepare the University of Tokyo standardized resume, list of achievements, representative peer-reviewed papers, and a 1-2 page summary of previous research. Submit by mail to Hasegawa Laboratory at the address provided; email submission is also possible to [email protected]. Write the position title in red on the envelope if mailing.
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