Dai-Ming T.

Applications are open for the Master’s and PhD in Materials Innovation at the National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) × University of Tsukuba joint graduate school program. The research direction is atomic mechanisms to nanoelectronics , with topics including ultra-scaled carbon nanotube transistors , molecular-junction devices , room-temperature quantum transport , THz nanoelectronics , in-situ TEM observation , electrical measurements of nanodevices, and AI-assisted device design , fabrication optimization, and microscopy analysis. This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in physics , materials science , and electrical engineering . The post welcomes applicants with related backgrounds and looks for students who are curious, optimistic, and resilient in experimental research. Funding: NIMS Graduate Research Assistantship offers about ¥160,000/month for master’s students and about ¥200,000/month for doctoral students, plus a ¥300,000 start-up support grant . The assistantship is employment-based and includes industrial accident compensation insurance. Eligibility highlights: admission to the relevant University of Tsukuba graduate program is required; applicants must have sufficient research capability; a valid TOEFL iBT, TOEIC L&R, or IELTS Academic score from within the past two years is required. Application window: 1–30 July 2026 for April/October 2027 entry. How to apply: email the application package to [email protected] with the subject line [Tsukuba-NIMS GRA] Application . Contact the prospective supervisor first if possible and follow the application form instructions, including references and transcripts.