日本RIKEN研究所博士后招聘

Postdoctoral Researcher for Enzyme Research Team : Wako,Saitama, Japan
Employer: RIKEN Biomass Engineering Program
Website: http://www.riken.jp/bmep/teams/enzyme_research/index_en.html
Location: Wako,Saitama, Japan
Type: Postdoctoral
Posted: March 04, 2012
Expires: April 30, 2012

job description

【Research Field】 
The Biomass Engineering Program, which was started in April 2010, is a new and limited-term research program. The “Enzyme Research Laboratory”, one of the Biomass Engineering Program’s core research laboratories, aims to search for, create, and develop “new functional enzymes” based on relationships between structures and functions of biopolymer syntheses.
http://www.riken.jp/bmep/teams/enzyme_research/index_en.html

【Job title and Job description】　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Available Position：Postdoctoral Researcher
*The Postdoctoral Researcher position involves independent research under the guidance of the fellow’s superiors, laying the foundation for autonomous research in the future.
Task content: We are looking for one Postdoctoral Researcher, to start immediately. We are seeking candidates interested in the biosynthesis of biopolymers including glycoproteins via enzymes for the purpose of creating biomaterials and environmental regeneration materials.

【Qualifications】
Candidates should have had their Ph.D. for a period of 5 years or less (including those who are soon to acquire their PhD),and be committed to working hard. Generally, successful candidates are expected to speak and write English fluently and to have knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following areas: genetic engineering, protein engineering, molecular biology, nanoscience, material science, and polymer science.

【Work location】
RIKEN Wako Institute
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako-shi, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan

【Salary and benefits】
Full-time position with an annual contract renewable to a maximum of 3 years subject) to evaluation. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).Commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Enrolment in social insurance is required. Days off include 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, the successful candidate will be eligible for an exemption from repayment of category 1 scholarship loans provided by the Japan Student Services Organization before fiscal year 2003, and will be eligible to apply for MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kaken-hi).　　　　　

【Application and required documents】
(1)CV with photograph and email address
(2)List of publications and presentations
(3)Outline of previous research achievements and outline of research plan or proposal　(2 pages, A4 paper)
(4)One letter of recommendation from your current supervisor or another individual who can evaluate your work. The letter of recommendation should be addressed to Biomass Engineering Program Group Director.
(5)Certificate of graduation (A copy of your diploma is also acceptable)
Deadline:Until the position is filled.
Note 1: All documents submitted will be 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:Application documents must be submitted by post mail. Submitted documents will not be returned.

【Selection process】
Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews.

【Start of Employment】
Negotiable.

【Contact Information】
Dr. Keiji Numata
Enzyme Research Team, Biomass Engineering Program, RIKEN
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Email: keiji.numata (please add “@riken.jp” to complete address)

【Application Submission】
Send your application to the following address.
Biomass Engineering Program, Collaborations Division, Office for Interdisciplinary Programs, RIKEN
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako-shi, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan.
Phone: +81-48-462-1481
Fax: +81-48-462-1220
Email: bmep-recruitment_2011 (please add “@riken.jp” to complete the address)

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