Job description
Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research (BDR) views the functions of molecules, cells, and organs that support all life stages of organisms as a dynamic system, and aims to elucidate developmental, growth and aging phenomena as well as apply their findings to develop regenerative medicine and diagnostics, thereby contributing to the extension of healthy life expectancies.
The Laboratory for Multimodal AI Framework is recruiting research employees to carry out a new theme. The research overview of the laboratory is shown below.
The Laboratory for Multimodal AI Framework is conducting on multimodal foundation models and machine learning methods and algorithms for them, in order to advance AI for Science research. In particular, we aim to build an AI infrastructure that encompasses everything from the fundamental technological development of our AI to its practical implementation in the field. In relation to life sciences, we are developing AI technologies for handling various data such as images, natural language, time series data, and structural data in a complex manner, and conducting research to address diverse challenges in the field.
Specifically, we are conducting the following research and development:
- Technological development and methodology/theoretical research on large-scale models
- Technological development and methodology/theoretical research on multimodal models
- Data compression and acceleration technologies for large-scale molecular models
- Research and development of tools and platforms for AI utilization in the field
- Other AI infrastructure technology development and applications
Keywords: Action recognition, video and image processing, deep learning, foundation model
Work content and job description
We are now recruiting a person who will work exclusively for “the TRIP-AGIS project”. As part of the TRIP-AGIS project, we are looking for someone who can conduct research and development on AI and machine learning methods and algorithms including cutting-edge theoretical research, image processing, natural language processing, and/or signal processing research. In addition, this position will include writing papers to carry out the project, conducting research, developing, implementing and verifying software, sorting and analyzing research data, providing research guidance, writing technical documents and reports, and other administrative tasks.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.
Assigned department
Existing departments
Laboratory for multimodal AI framework, RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research
Job type
Researcher/Postdoc level
Research field
- Life Science - Biomedical engineering
- Informatics - Intelligent informatics
Wages
Annual Salary: 4 million yen ~
Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance. Discretionary work, commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.
The approximate amount of annual salary at the time of employment: The total amount of monthly discretionary work allowance and monthly salary at the time of hiring will be 448,990 JPY or more for Research Scientist, and 382,610 JPY or more for Postdoctoral Researcher.
Working hours
- Working hours: 09:00-17:20
- Break time: 12:00-12:50
- Holidays: Days off include Saturdays and Sundays, public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec. 29 - Jan 3), and RIKEN Foundation Day.
- Paid leave includes annual paid leave (up to 20 days depending on the month of employment), special paid leave (caring for a sick child, family nursing care, etc.), and work-life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment).
- Overtime and other explanations: This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Application requirements
Qualifications
Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor
Research Scientist
A PhD holder in the area related to the Job description.
Postdoctoral Researcher
A PhD holder who earned a doctorate within the past 5 years in the area related to the Job description. Including those who expect to obtain a doctoral degree before starting the position.
Work experience
Common to all positions
A person who is able to dedicate themselves to the job by communicating, coordinating and collaborating smoothly with people in and out of the laboratory.
Employment Type
Contract employee
Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher
Contract period
Nontenured - Non-tenure track
- A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to 30th November, 2031.
- RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, workload at the time of contract completion, performance and work attitude and b) the continuation of the employee’s center, laboratory or project and RIKEN’s management situation and budget at the time. In principle, employment contracts will not be renewed for individuals older than 70 years.
Probationary period present
In principle, the first two months of employment are considered a trial period. There is no change of working conditions.
Work location
650-0047 Hyogo, 6-7-1 Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, RIKEN Kobe Campus-East-West (Integrated Innovation Building)
RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary, in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
Compensation
Various systems
- Pay increase system: Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance.
- Transportation expenses: available
- Others: Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai). There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave.
Insurance
- Employees' Health Insurance: available
- Employees' Pension Insurance: available
- Worker's accident insurance: available
- Employment insurance: available
- Others: available
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Smoking is entirely prohibited on site.
Supplementary explanation of compensation
RIKEN has implemented a telecommuting system that allows employees to work from home or other locations permitted by RIKEN. Our laboratory actively utilizes the telecommuting system. The post currently being offered may be carried out through telecommuting (full-remote work) within Japan for the entire specified work period, provided that the required procedures are completed and approval is obtained from RIKEN. For more information, please get in touch with the hiring staff at kobe-jobs@riken.jp.
*Eligible to apply for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi).
The Kobe Campus has an on-site daycare, Po-I Kids Kobe. For details, please send an email to the General Administration Section at kobe-kosei@ml.riken.jp.
RIKEN is actively undertaking initiatives to promote gender equality and diversity, and moving forward with the establishment of a diverse and vibrant research environment. If multiple candidates are found to have the same aptitude following a fair assessment, active efforts will be made to recruit female candidates.
Application Considerations
Number of hired
1 person(s)
Description
Job title
Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Researcher: a few positions
Position-specific tasks are as follows:
Research Scientist
Carry out research and other work in accordance with research themes of the laboratory.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Carry out research and other work in accordance with laboratory research themes under the mentorship and training of supervisors.
Job content supplemental explanation
Start of Employment
As early as possible
Application period
2026/08/04~2027/08/04 Deadline for receipt
Deadline
Open until the position is filled
Application method
Attached documents
- Application Form: Online Submission
- Please refer to "job Posting URL"
- Achievements and Activities: Online Submission
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- Other online application forms
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Return of application documents
Others
Application documents will not be returned.
Submitted documents including personal information will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening.
URL of this job posting
https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20260803_1/index.html
Selection / Notification of result
Selection
Selection will be made based on application screening and interview. After documents screening, only successful applicants will be invited for interview. No inquiries on the selection process and results will be answered.
Notification of result
The notification of hiring decision (conditional offer of employment) regarding this selection shall be carried out through the presentation of an Employment Contract or a Conditional Offer of Employment issued by RIKEN.
Contact details
RIKEN
Research Personnel Affairs Section, Human Resources Strategy Division
Human Resources Group
kobe-jobs(at)riken.jp
- Please change (at) to @ and send it.
*If you have any research-related questions, please contact ryosuke.kojima@riken.jp (Laboratory for Multimodal AI Framework, Dr. Kojima)
Notes
Handling Personal Data
Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening at RIKEN. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.
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