Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Computational Biology in Japan
Positions in computational biology in japan
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Universities with open positions in computational biology in Japan include Kanazawa University and Osaka University.
Kanazawa University
Japan
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2 weeks ago
Kanazawa University’s Nano Life Science Institute (NanoLSI) is recruiting a full-time postdoctoral researcher for a biophysics-focused project in computational science and multicellular tissue mechanics. The institute is a WPI research center developing world-leading bio-SPM technologies such as AFM and SICM, and this opening sits within an interdisciplinary environment spanning nanometrology, life science, supramolecular chemistry, and computational science. The successful candidate will contri...
Computer Science
Biomedical Engineering
Biophysics
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2 weeks ago
Osaka University
Japan
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2 months ago
Osaka University’s Protein Design Laboratory at the Institute for Protein Research is recruiting a full-time specially appointed researcher (postdoctoral-equivalent) for research on the artificial design of novel functional proteins. The project focuses on protein design using computer-based approaches and biochemical experiments, with research fields including protein science, biophysics, and biochemistry. Both computational and experimental backgrounds are acceptable. Applicants must hold a do...
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Biology
+2 more
2 months ago
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Humanome Research Institute Co., Ltd.
Japan
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2 months ago
Humanome Research Institute Co., Ltd. is recruiting for a PhD-holder / PhD-candidate position in data science engineering with a strong connection to life sciences , bioinformatics , medical informatics , statistics , and AI . The role is based in the company’s Research and Development Office in Tokyo, Japan , and is designed as a 6-month practical adaptation period leading to possible conversion to a full-time data science engineer role. The company works on collaborative research and consultin...
Computer Science
Data Science
Information Technology
+8 more
2 months ago
Chitose Institute of Science and Technology
Japan
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3 weeks ago
Chitose Research Institute Co., Ltd. is recruiting researchers for algae product development within its MATSURI cross-industry co-creation initiative. The role is based at Kanagawa Science Park (KSP), Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan , with the possibility of remote work and online interviews for applicants living overseas or far away. This is a full-time, permanent position described as Researcher/Postdoctoral equivalent and also open to research and development/engineering-equivalent candidates. The ...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Biology
+5 more
3 weeks ago
RIKEN
Japan
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2 months ago
RIKEN’s Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research is recruiting a Researcher, Special Researcher, or Research Associate for the Physical Biology Research Team in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The position focuses on physical biology , biophysics , theoretical biology , continuum mechanics , active matter , and related mathematical physics approaches to understand how order emerges in cells and multicellular tissues. The team combines theory and experiment to address problems in cell biology and d...
Cell Biology
Materials Science
Biophysics
+8 more
2 months 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
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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.