Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Atmospheric Science in Japan
Positions in atmospheric science in japan
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in atmospheric science in Japan include RIKEN, National Institute for Environmental Studies and Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research, Nagoya University.
RIKEN
Japan
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1 week ago
RIKEN’s Research Center for Computational Science (R-CCS) in Japan is recruiting a Researcher/Postdoctoral Fellow for the Complex Climate Science Research Team . The position focuses on weather and climate modeling , computational science , high-performance computing (HPC) , GPU computing , and generative AI for scientific software development. The project aims to build a new specification-driven research and development platform for scientific and technical computing. The work includes designin...
Computer Science
Information Technology
Atmospheric Science
+6 more
1 week ago
National Institute for Environmental Studies
Japan
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2 weeks ago
Special Research Fellow / Associate Special Research Fellow in the Earth System Domain at the National Institute for Environmental Studies (NIES), Japan . This fixed-term research position focuses on research on the response analysis of Siberian greenhouse gases to polar environmental changes . The project builds on nearly 20 years of greenhouse gas observations in Siberia using a tower observation network and will use long-term observation data from FY2027 to study carbon cycles , concentration...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Biology
+8 more
2 weeks ago
Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research, Nagoya University
Japan
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1 month ago
Nagoya University’s Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE) is recruiting a postdoctoral-equivalent research fellow for work in a broad set of space and earth science areas. The position is based at Nagoya University and is connected to ISEE’s interdisciplinary mission linking the Earth, Sun, and space as an integrated system. Research fields listed in the announcement include physics (elementary particles, nuclear physics, cosmic rays, astrophysics), astronomy , space and planet...
Geology
Environmental Science
Planetary Science
+8 more
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
United States
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2 weeks ago
Multiple fully funded PhD positions are available in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with Dr. Xinchang Li . The research group studies interactions among people, urban energy, and climate from local to global scales. The project combines Earth system modeling , building energy and energy systems modeling , AI/ML , and remote sensing to support sustainable and resilient cities . This is a strong fit for students interested in urban climate, energy system...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
+7 more
2 weeks ago
Living costs in Japan
Estimated costs in Japan.
MonthlyYearly | Japan |
|---|---|
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | ¥4.5k $30/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | ¥30.0k $200/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Junior Professor
Leipzig University
Germany
Research Interests
Meteorology
Climatology
Atmospheric Science
Remote Sensing
Data Assimilation
Professor
Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
Germany
Research Interests
Meteorology
Climatology
Climate Dynamics
Synoptic Meteorology
Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
Professor
University of Cologne
Germany
Research Interests
Agronomy
Meteorology
Environmental Physics
Evapotranspiration
Ecohydrology
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Associate Professor
National Institute of Polar Research
Japan
Research Interests
Climate Science
Meteorology
Atmospheric Science
Atmospheric Aerosol
Cryosphere Science
Associate Professor
Hokkaido University
Japan
Research Interests
Meteorology
Climatology
Atmospheric Dynamics
Atmospheric Science
Lightning Physics
Meteorological Research Institute
Japan
Research Interests
Meteorology
Climatology
Atmospheric Science
Synoptic Meteorology
Lightning Physics
Scholarships relevant to you
JASSO Scholarship
Varies
Japan Student Services OrganizationJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualJASSO scholarships support international students studying in Japan, mainly through monthly stipends and, in some cases, additional university-based tuition support.
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YLP MEXT Scholarship
Fully Funded
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe YLP MEXT Scholarship supports mid-career professionals to pursue selected one-year master's-level Young Leaders' Program courses at designated universities in Japan.
Master
Business
Law
+4 more
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Fully Funded
Asian Development Bank and the Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe ADB-Japan Scholarship Program supports full-time master's study in development-related fields at selected institutions in Asia and the Pacific for students from ADB borrowing member countries.
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
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Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
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Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.