Job description
Background of the recruitment and description of the project
This project will promote research and development using high-power and high-energy X-rays generated by an electron accelerator. Specifically, the project will use experiments, theory, and simulations to solve problems in the quantitative understanding and visualization of the internal structure of materials using high-energy X-rays, and apply the results to non-destructive inspection technology, etc., with a view to developing social implementation as well.
Work content and job description
The project includes research and development of advanced X-ray imaging technology, image processing technology using physics and AI technology for image processing, etc. Researchers who can carry out related research are invited to join the project. We will also actively cooperate with related organizations for social implementation. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details. Scope of Change: Assignments, concurrent positions, and secondment may be ordered.
Assigned department
Existing departments
Nuclear Professional School, Graduate School of Engineering
Job type
- Researcher/Postdoc level
Research field
- Energy Engineering - Nuclear engineering
- Social Infrastructure - Structure engineering and earthquake engineering
- Energy Engineering - Quantum beam science
- Social Infrastructure - Safety engineering
- Natural Science - Experimental studies related to particle-, nuclear-, cosmic ray and astro-physics
Wages
Annual Salary: 3 million yen ~ 5 million yen
An annual salary system will be applied, with a monthly amount of approximately 330,000 to 370,000 JPY, including performance and achievement-based allowances (determined based on qualifications, abilities, experience, etc.). Commuting allowance (in principle, up to 55,000 JPY/month) will also be provided.
Working hours
Working hours: 08:30-17:00
Break time: 12:00-12:45
Holidays: Day offs: Saturdays and Sundays, Statutory public holidays of Japan, Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 through January 3). Leave: Annual paid leave, special leave, etc.
Overtime and other explanations: Discretionary labor system for professional work applies and working hours will be deemed as 7 hours 45 minutes per day, or 38 hours 45 minutes per week.
Application requirements
Qualifications
Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor
Individuals holding a doctoral degree in a relevant field of science and engineering (including those expected to obtain a doctoral degree by the time of appointment).
Work experience
Direct experience isn't required, but we're looking for individuals who can proactively and independently advance research. Candidates should be flexible in adapting to various challenges and environmental changes, and it would be better if you can communicate in Japanese with related organizations.
Employment Type
Contract employee
Specially Appointed Fixed-Term Academic Staff (Renewable / Fixed-Term Contract)
Contract period
Nontenured - Non-tenure track
October 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, until March 31, 2027. However, a final decision will be made considering budget availability, progress of assigned duties, workload at the end of the contract period, work performance, work attitude, and health status.
Probationary period present
14 days from the date of adoption
Work location
319-1188 Ibaraki 2-22 Shirane Shirakata Tokai-mura Naka-gun Hasegawa Lab, Nuclear Professional School, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo
Compensation
Various systems
Transportation expenses: If the eligibility requirements we set are met, the amount calculated according to our regulations will be paid, up to a maximum of 55,000 JPY per month in principle.
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance: Eligible for MEXT* Mutual Aid Association membership (*MEXT: Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology)
Worker's accident insurance: For work-related accidents and accidents occurring during commuting, compensation will be provided in accordance with the Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance Act and the University of Tokyo Regulations on Extra-Legal Accident Compensation for Faculty and Staff.
Employment insurance: Eligible for membership
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
No smoking on the premises (Outdoor smoking area available)
Number of hired
1 person(s)
Application period
2026/09/01~2027/03/31 Deadline for receipt
We will close applications once a suitable candidate is found.
Application method
Application documents (specified forms)
- The University of Tokyo Standard Resume Format.xlsx
Attached documents
Application Form: Online Submission, Mailing
Use The University of Tokyo unified resume format.
Achievements and Activities: Online Submission, Mailing
Please classify your work into the following categories and provide the necessary information for each:
- Doctoral Dissertation / Thesis
- Peer-Reviewed Papers
- Conference Presentations
- Others
Other online application forms
- Representative Peer-Reviewed Papers
- Overview of Research Achievements (1-2 A4 pages)
Other Mailing Documents
- Representative Peer-Reviewed Papers
- Overview of Research Achievements (1-2 A4 pages)
Return of application documents
We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.
Application document submission method (physically mailed documents)
319-1188 Ibaraki 2-22 Shirane Shirakata Tokai-mura Naka-gun Hasegawa Lab, Nuclear Professional School, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo
Shuichi Hasegawa
Precautions: Please write "原子力専攻長谷川研究室 特任研究員 応募書類在中" in red ink on the front of the envelope and mail it to the application submission address.
JREC-IN Portal web application: Not available
E-mail Application: Accept
hasegawa(at)sh.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Please change (at) to @ and send it.
Recruiting Institution's Web application system: Not available
Selection / Notification of result
Selection
Document Screening, Interview
Notification of result
Results will be notified by email.
Contact details
The University of Tokyo
Nuclear Professional School, Graduate School of Engineering
Shuichi Hasegawa
0292878430
hasegawa(at)sh.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Please change (at) to @ and send it.
Notes
- Personal information is handled carefully according to the Privacy Policy of the University of Tokyo, and will be used only for this job selection process.
- Submitted documents will not be returned.
- We welcome proactive application from women in accordance with promoting gender equality.
- If you are personally in contract with foreign governmental bodies, corporations or universities, or you are in receipt of a large benefit (financial or any other form) from foreign governmental bodies during the period of your employment, the provisions of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA) may prohibit or restrict the sharing of technology that are designated as controlled technology possibly making it difficult for you to fulfill your duties as an academic or administrative staff of the university as a result. Therefore, in such cases it is necessary to keep such contracts/benefits within the scope where it does not hinder the sharing of technologies necessary for your duties by the university.
