Seeking a Research Scientist
Area of Research
We experimentally study quantum metrology and quantum information science using laser cooled atoms. Currently we are developing "optical lattice clocks" that allow accessing the frequency/time measurement with 18-digits' precision. Armed with this hitherto unexplored measurement precision, we investigate constancy of fundamental constants, relativistic geodesy, and intrinsic uncertainties of optical lattice clock. We welcome a scientist, who has excellent experimental skills in quantum metrology and takes the central role in carrying out the project.
Available Position
One Research Scientist
Job Description
Experimental research on quantum metrology and atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics
Qualification
Research scientist requires Ph.D.
Candidates with excellent experimental skills in quantum metrology, in particular high precision spectroscopy, and with broad knowledge covering atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics and related fields are expected.
At least one year of overseas research experience desirable.
Location
RIKEN, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako-shi, Saitama, Japan
Conditions
A tenured fulltime position until RIKEN's retirement age of 60. However, the successful applicant may be offered instead a five-year fixed-term employment contract depending on the selection results. In this case, the employee can move to a tenured position after undergoing a successful review to be held at the end of the first 3 years of employment. Annual salary and other conditions of the fixed-term contract position are the same as for the tenured position.
Salary shall be determined on an annual basis subject to the applicant's experience and performance. Social health insurance, commuting and housing allowances might be provided. Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai). Days off are weekends, public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec 29 - Jan 3) and RIKEN Foundation Day. These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations. Recipients of JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization) category 1 scholarship loans may be eligible to have loan repayments waived (those awarded through FY2003). The researcher in this position will be eligible to apply for research grants offered by MEXT or JSPS.
Application Documents
Application documents should be printed on one-side & No stapling.
(1) CV with photograph and E-mail address
(2) List of publications and reprints of major publications
(3) Letters of recommendation from two persons who can evaluate your work (At least one from outside of your country. One letter must be from your current supervisor, but if that is not possible a letter from a third party will be accepted. ) Letters of recommendation should be addressed to the president of RIKEN. (For mailing address, See "Submitting Documents" below.)
(4) List of competitive funding attained to date
(5) Summary of previous research and future directions
Note 1
Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without legitimate reason.
Note 2
Submitted documents will not be returned.
Deadline
5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31 , 2013 (Japan Standard Time)
Selection Process
Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews.
Start of Employment
1, October, 2013 or later, but negotiable.
Contact Information for Submitting Documents and Making Inquiries
Research Coordination Section
Global Relations and Research Coordination Office, RIKEN
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198
(3rd floor of the RIKEN Gallery building)
E-mail: rps-saiyo25[at]riken.jp
Email attachments and telephone calls cannot be accepted.
When you mail your application, please send as certified mail so that there will be a record of delivery. Please write in red, "Application for Quantum Metrology Laboratory" on the front of the envelope.