Seeking Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Field
Our research focuses on computational structural biology. We employ computational tools to solve important biological problems. Specifically, we are interested in protein folding and design, computational protein structure prediction, structure-based drug design.
Job title and Job description
Postdoctoral Researchers
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced computational chemist/biologist to join the Zhang Initiative Research Unit at RIKEN. The successful candidate will use computational tools to tackle problems in the area of structure-based drug design.
*Candidates with less than five years of postdoctoral experience may be employed as postdoctoral researchers.
Qualification
This position requires a PhD in computational chemistry, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, bioinformatics, cheminformatics, biophysics or structural biology with experience in employing computational tools to solve drug design problems. Experience in computer-aided drug design, computational medicinal chemistry, fragment-based drug design or structure-based drug design are highly desired. Proficiency in utilizing computational tools for drug design and computer systems is required. Experience in object-oriented programming and scripting languages would be a plus. The ideal candidate should possess a track record of accomplishments demonstrating technical proficiency, independent thinking, and scientific creativity. The research environment in the unit is international and English will be used for communication and knowledge of Japanese is not required.
Work location
Zhang Initiative Research Unit is located in following address.
Advanced Science Institute
RIKEN
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Salary and benefits
Full-time position with an annually renewable contract based on the evaluation up to the end of the project. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied. Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai). Days off includes public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec. 29 - Jan 3), and RIKEN Foundation Day.
These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
Also, eligible for an exemption from repayment for category 1 scholarship loans provided by the Japan Student Services Organization before fiscal year 2003, and eligible applying for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi).
Application and required documents
- Complete CV (including list of publications)
- Names and contact information of three references
[Deadline]
Until the position is filled.
[Handling Personal Data]
Handling of Personal Data: All private data sent to RIKEN in application for employment is handled in strict confidentiality, and such data is not utilized for any other purpose or disclosed to any third party. Application documents will not be returned.
Selection process
Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews.
Start of Employment
The earliest possible date until the position is filled.
Send application to
Please send your application by mail or e-mail.
Contact information
Ms. Hiroko Kani
Zhang Initiative Research Unit
Advanced Science Institute
RIKEN
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Email: zhang-unit[at]riken.jp