Physical/Analytic Chemist in Quantum Machines Unit
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST; see www.oist.jp) is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding (OIST campus video tour). There are no academic departments, which facilitates multidisciplinary research. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration. English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research.
Position summary:
The Quantum Machines Unit seeks to develop novel types of devices which brings together both the quantum and classical world. We perform both theoretical and experimental works and are seeking a physical/analytic chemist with experience in oil/surfactant chemistry with volumetric/serial dilution solution preparation expertise.
Location
Responsibilities
- Preparation of specific analytic/volumetric organic/inorganic solutions
- Preparation of solutions with specific surface tensions using surfactants
- Analysis of various properties of these solutions
Qualifications
(Required)
- PhD in Chemistry
- Experience in research in chemistry related to physical/analytic chemistry
- Experience in research in chemistry related to oil/surfactant chemistry
- Conversation level of English
Report to
Starting Date
Term & Working Hours
Full-time, fixed term appointment for 1 year. Contract initially with 3-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be renewed.
Working hours:
9:00-17:30 (Discretionary)
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations
Benefits:
- Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
- Annual paid leave and summer holidays
- Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid http://www.shigakukyosai.jp/ )
- Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
- Worker’s accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
How To Apply
Please submit all required application materials by email to:
Jason.twamley[at]oist.jp
(Please replace [at] with @ before using this email address)
Or send documents via post mail to:
Recruiting Team, HR Management Section
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University
1919-1 Onna-son, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan
Submission Documents
- Curriculum vita in English (and Japanese if available)
- Cover letter in English (and Japanese if available)
- Names and contact information of 3~5 referees, one of which should be a previous employer
- Please be sure to indicate where you first saw the job advertisement.
- Prior to the start of employment all new hires are required to successfully complete a background check. Personal information including employment history and academic background should be submitted to third-party administrators after a conditional offer of employment.
Application Due Date
Declaration
- OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students and staff. The University strongly encourages women and minority candidates to apply.
- Information provided by applicants or references will be kept confidential, documents will not be returned. All applicants will be notified regarding the status of their applications.
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- Further details about the University can be viewed on our website (www.oist.jp).
