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Researcher / Postdoc / Master’s-Level Research Associate Opening in Computer Networks, Distributed Systems, Cloud Computing, and Operating Systems at RIKEN RIKEN in Japan

Degree Level

Master's, PhD, Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Contract positions with annual salary starting from 3 million yen. Salary is based on an annual salary system reflecting experience, skills, and achievements, with fixed and variable components. Estimated monthly total at hiring is 536,065 yen or more for Senior Researcher/Senior Engineer, 448,990 yen or more for Researcher/Engineer, 382,610 yen or more for Special Researcher, and 313,660 yen or more for Research Associate/Technical Staff I. Commuting allowance, housing allowance, discretionary

Deadline

Feb 13, 2027

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Japan

University

RIKEN

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Keywords

Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Information Technology
Cloud Computing
Networking
Software Development
Distributed System
Operating System

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About this position

RIKEN is recruiting for multiple fixed-term positions in its Information Integration Headquarters, Infrastructure Research and Development Division, Network Advanced Utilization Technology Development Unit in Wako, Saitama, Japan.

The opening covers Senior Researcher, Researcher, Special Researcher, Research Associate, Senior Engineer, Engineer, and Technical Staff I roles. The research themes include computer networks, distributed systems, cloud computing, operating systems, high-performance networks, information systems, applications, and internet protocol improvement/new protocol development.

This opportunity is especially relevant for candidates in Computer Science and Information Technology, with related overlap in Electrical Engineering. PhD holders are eligible for the research-track roles; Research Associate is open to master’s-level candidates or equivalent, especially those aiming to pursue a PhD; engineering and technical roles require strong technical expertise and relevant experience.

The appointment is contract-based and fixed-term, with annual salary starting from 3 million yen and additional allowances such as commuting and housing support. Social insurance is included. The estimated monthly total at hiring varies by role, and the position includes discretionary work arrangements.

The work location is RIKEN’s Wako campus in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. The application deadline is February 13, 2027, though the search may close earlier once a suitable candidate is selected.

Applicants should submit materials through the official RIKEN recruitment webpage. Email and JREC-IN portal applications are not accepted.

Funding details

Contract positions with annual salary starting from 3 million yen. Salary is based on an annual salary system reflecting experience, skills, and achievements, with fixed and variable components. Estimated monthly total at hiring is 536,065 yen or more for Senior Researcher/Senior Engineer, 448,990 yen or more for Researcher/Engineer, 382,610 yen or more for Special Researcher, and 313,660 yen or more for Research Associate/Technical Staff I. Commuting allowance, housing allowance, discretionary

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant field for Senior Researcher, Researcher, or Special Researcher roles; Special Researcher may also be expected to have a PhD by the start date. Research Associate applicants must have a master’s degree or equivalent ability and a clear intention to pursue a PhD and advance to higher research positions. Senior Engineer and Engineer applicants should have a university degree or higher, strong specialized knowledge and technical skills related to the duties, preferably a master’s degree, and at least 5 years of relevant experience; Senior Engineer should also be able to supervise team members. Technical Staff I requires a university degree or higher with sufficient specialized knowledge and technical skills. Relevant experience and ability are emphasized across roles.

How to apply

Apply through the recruiting institution’s web application page linked in the posting. Prepare the required documents, including CV and publication list, and submit them electronically via the official RIKEN job page. Email and JREC-IN portal applications are not accepted.

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