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Special Research Fellow in AI for Science for Biomolecular Simulation and AI at RIKEN RIKEN in Japan
Degree Level
PhD, Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Annual salary starts at 4 million yen and follows an annual salary system based on experience, skills, and performance, consisting of fixed and variable salary components. Discretionary work allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance are provided. Social insurance is included.
Deadline
Oct 27, 2027
Country
Japan
University
RIKEN
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About this position
RIKEN’s Research Center for Computational Science is recruiting a Special Research Fellow (postdoctoral equivalent) in the AI for Science / TRIP-AGIS project. The position is based in the Life Science and Medical Science Application Interface Platform Development Unit and focuses on building next-generation biomolecular analysis platforms that integrate molecular simulation and artificial intelligence.
The research themes include: (1) AI agents that support the full molecular simulation workflow from question/hypothesis formation through structure preparation, execution, analysis, and iterative reruns; (2) MD surrogate models that efficiently generate and predict biomolecular structural ensembles and transition candidates, together with methods to assess physical validity and state coverage; and (3) generative AI and integrated modeling that connect experimental data such as high-speed AFM and Cryo-EM/ET with simulations. Relevant study areas include biophysics, computational science, life and medical informatics, and AI-driven modeling of proteins and biomacromolecules.
Eligibility: applicants must hold a PhD in a related scientific field, or be expected to obtain it by the start date, and should have received the PhD within the last five years. The role also requires strong collaboration and communication skills. The appointment is fixed-term, with annual renewal possible up to five years depending on evaluation and institutional conditions.
Funding and conditions: annual income starts at 4 million yen, with a salary system that includes fixed and variable components. Discretionary work allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance are provided, and social insurance is included.
Location: Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. Deadline: October 27, 2027, though the vacancy may close earlier once a suitable candidate is selected. Applications must be submitted via the RIKEN recruitment website using the required electronic materials.
Funding details
Annual salary starts at 4 million yen and follows an annual salary system based on experience, skills, and performance, consisting of fixed and variable salary components. Discretionary work allowance, commuting allowance, and housing allowance are provided. Social insurance is included.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in a scientific field related to the job description, including candidates expected to obtain the degree by the time of appointment, and must have earned the PhD within the last five years. The candidate should be able to communicate smoothly and work cooperatively with collaborators inside and outside the laboratory.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's web application system via the RIKEN recruitment page. Prepare the required electronic documents, including a CV and publication list, and follow the instructions on the linked job posting. Applications are accepted until the deadline, but the search may close earlier once the position is filled.
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