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Researcher/Postdoc-equivalent Opening in Explosion Research, Safety Engineering, and Analytical Chemistry Scientific Police Research Institute in Japan
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Sep 30, 2026
Country
Japan
University
National Research Institute of Police Science

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Open call for a researcher / postdoc-equivalent position at the Scientific Police Research Institute in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. The role is based in the Explosion Research Laboratory, Department of Forensic Science II, and focuses on research, appraisal, and training related to explosion accident investigation and explosives use case appraisal.
Research areas listed for the post include safety engineering, disaster prevention engineering, reaction engineering, process systems engineering, analytical chemistry, and inorganic materials / physical properties. The work involves analyzing explosives, assessing destructive power, and investigating the causes of explosion incidents and accidents.
This is a full-time permanent employee position with no fixed term and no probationary period. The salary is stated as 4 million to 6 million yen annually, with bonus, salary increase, retirement allowance, commuting allowance, retirement system, and insurance coverage.
Eligibility requires a Ph.D., Master's, or Bachelor's degree, plus a valid National Public Service Comprehensive Examination qualification (passed in fiscal year 2023 or later). Eligible categories include Engineering/Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy/Mathematical Sciences, Physics, and Earth Sciences.
The application period is June 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026. Online interviews are available for applicants living overseas or far away. For application details, consult the official guideline page and the recruitment notice.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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