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Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry

Researcher/Postdoctoral Opening in Long-Term Reliability of Power Semiconductors and Power Electronics Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry in Japan

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Master's, PhD, Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

This is a full-time, permanent employee position with no fixed term and no tenure track. Annual income is approximately 4 million to 10 million yen. Starting monthly salary is 324,400 yen for PhD holders and 280,000 yen for master's degree holders, with experience and abilities considered. Model annual income is approximately 7 million yen at age 30 and 9 million yen at age 35, including base salary, bonus, and 17 hours of overtime pay. Benefits include twice-yearly bonuses, commuting allowance,

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May 1, 2027

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Japan

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Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry

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Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Materials Engineering
Silicon Technology
Applied Physics
Power Plant Engineering
Electronic Devices
Power Electronic
Physics

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About this position

The Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry (CRIEPI) is recruiting one full-time researcher at a researcher/postdoctoral-equivalent or chief-researcher-equivalent level in the Materials Science Research Division of its Energy Transformation Research Headquarters.

The project concerns the evaluation and improvement of long-term reliability in high-voltage, high-current power semiconductor devices and power electronics equipment used for power control applications. Research may address devices and equipment used in DC power transmission, frequency conversion, generator excitation, and related power-system applications. The work welcomes broad expertise spanning semiconductor engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, materials engineering, physics, chemistry, and power electronics.

Applicants must hold a master's or doctoral degree and may be either new graduates or experienced professionals. A relevant major or current research background in semiconductor engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, or materials engineering is expected. The position is based at 2-6-1 Nagasaka, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.

This is a permanent, full-time employee appointment with no fixed contract term and no tenure track. Annual income is approximately 4–10 million yen. Starting monthly salaries are listed as 280,000 yen for master's graduates and 324,400 yen for PhD graduates, subject to experience and ability. Bonuses, insurance, commuting support, retirement benefits, welfare housing, and other employee benefits are provided.

Applications are accepted from October 30, 2026, through May 1, 2027, or until the position is filled. Candidates should apply through the CRIEPI recruitment website and submit an electronic resume and list of achievements. The first interview may be conducted online; later interviews require travel to Japan, with travel expenses paid.

Funding details

This is a full-time, permanent employee position with no fixed term and no tenure track. Annual income is approximately 4 million to 10 million yen. Starting monthly salary is 324,400 yen for PhD holders and 280,000 yen for master's degree holders, with experience and abilities considered. Model annual income is approximately 7 million yen at age 30 and 9 million yen at age 35, including base salary, bonus, and 17 hours of overtime pay. Benefits include twice-yearly bonuses, commuting allowance,

What's required

Applicants must hold a master's or doctoral degree; both new graduates and experienced professionals are welcome. Applicants should have majored in semiconductor engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, or materials engineering, or be currently conducting research in these fields. One researcher will be hired. Applicants living overseas or far away may take the first interview online, but subsequent interviews require travel to Japan, with travel expenses covered.

How to apply

Apply through the Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry recruitment website. Submit an electronic resume and list of achievements; other documents are optional at application. Review the recruitment flow for selection details. Applications must arrive by May 1, 2027, unless the position is filled earlier.

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