Careers
May. 9, 2024
Part-time Staff Position
Laboratory for Neural Circuitry of Learning and Memory（W24033)
Laboratory
Laboratory for Neural Circuitry of Learning and Memory, Center for Brain Science (Laboratory Head: Joshua Johansen)
Research Field
Biology, Medical Science
Keyword
Mice,rat,biology,psychology,neuroscience,brain,laboratory,microscopy
Research Field
Our laboratory studies the neural basis of emotion, memory and decision making using carefully designed behavioral tasks, computational analysis of neural activity (in-vivo electrophysiology and calcium imaging) and neural circuit based perturbation approaches (optogenetics/chemogenetics).
Job Title and Job Description
Job title
Research Part-time Worker I or II or Administrative Part-time Worker I or II : 1 position
Job Description
We are looking for a person who is willing to work in a laboratory setting and enthusiastic about contributing to advancement of science. Basic levels of biology knowledge and intermediate level English proficiency are required. The recruited person will work with an experienced postdoctoral research scientist. They will conduct experimental studies on the brain mechanisms of emotional learning and memory using mice. Experience in rodent experimental approaches including animal handling, stereotaxic surgery, brain tissue sectioning, microscopy and immunohistochemistry is preferred but not mandatory. We will provide training.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.
Qualifications
Research part-time worker I
A person who is engaged in supporting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:
A. Enrolled in a doctoral program and if a non-Japanese citizen, fulfills all of the following conditions:
- Can verify having Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted
- Does not have a concurrent position outside of RIKEN
- Works no more than 28 hours per week
B. Has knowledge or experience equivalent to that of a person with a doctoral degree
Research part-time worker II
A person who is engaged in assisting research activities in order to effectively advance research projects, and who meets either of the following criteria:
A. Enrolled in a master’s program and if a non-Japanese citizen, fulfills all of the following conditions:
- Can verify having Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted
- Does not have a concurrent position outside of RIKEN
- Works no more than 28 hours per week
B. Has a high level of specialized knowledge or skills
Administrative part-time worker I
A person who is engaged in highly specialized routine office work.
Note: “Specialized” refers to having specialized knowledge or skills (such as in bookkeeping, IT, language, legal affairs, contracts, safety and hygiene, facilities) and to several years (for example, 3 years or more) experience with regular tasks
Administrative part-time worker II
A person who is engaged in general routine office work
Work Location
Branch and address
RIKEN Wako (2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198）
RIKEN has implemented a work-from-home system. Employees can work from home in accordance with the prescribed procedures.
Work location will not be changed during the term of this employment contract or upon renewal.
Salary and Benefits
Hourly wages
1,450-2,000JPY (Research Part-time Worker I )
1,150-1,400JPY(Research Part-time Worker II)
1,350-1,600JPY(Administrative part-time Worker I)
1,150-1,350JPY(Administrative Part-time Worker II)
(Hourly salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.)
Commuting allowance
provided (within a pre-determined range.)
Terms of contract
The initial contract will be until March 31, 2025.
A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on the agreement of both parties, to a maximum of 5 years from the date of hire.
RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, work load 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.
Working days
3-5 days per week（weekdays only）
Working hours
The work hours shall be one of the following, with the total time not to exceed 35 hours/week.
1.9:00-15:50
2.9:00-14:50
(Working days and hours are negotiable. However, daily working hours cannot be shifted for different days.)
Holidays
Saturdays and Sundays, Japanese national holidays, New Year holidays (Dec.29-Jan.3), and RIKEN Foundation Day (4th Monday in October).
Other provisions
- Worker’s accident compensation insurance applies. Social insurance will be applied depending on the working conditions.
- Paid leave includes annual paid leave (up to 20 days depending on the number of days and hours worked per week and the month of employment), special paid leave (childcare, family nursing care, etc.), and work life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment).
- There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave.
- Smoking will be entirely prohibited on site from April 2024.
- These and other provisions are in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
- 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 and Required Documents
Required Documents
- Complete CV
WORD(56KB) or EXCEL(159KB) - A short document explaining the reasons for applying for the post (personal strengths, motivation, etc.)
- List of References
Note: Application documents will not be returned.
How to apply
Please send application materials by email to nur.gungor[at]riken.jp & joshua.johansen [at]riken.jp
Note: All the submitted documents will not be returned.
Deadline
Open until the position is filled
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.
Selection Process
Selection will be made based on application screening and interviews.
Start of Employment
Flexible
Contact Information
RIKEN Center for Brain Science
Laboratory for Neural Circuitry of Learning and Memory
NCGR bldg. 101
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198
Email: joshua.johansen [at]riken.jp (Replace [at] with @ )
Email: nur.gungor[at]riken.jp (Replace [at] with @ )
For inquiries, please send an email.