Laboratory

Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory,
RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research
(Laboratory head: Franco Nori, Chief Scientist)

Research Field

Our top priorities are now: (1) quantum computing using superconducting qubits, (2) coherent Ising machines, and (3) neural networks and machine learning applied to quantum physics. Candidates with prior experience in these topics will have priority.

We perform interdisciplinary research in theoretical quantum information processing, atomic physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, nanoscience, and computational physics. We are also studying hybrid quantum electro-mechanical systems, optomechanics, nano-mechanics, quantum nano-electronics, and quantum simulations. Particular emphasis is being placed on quantum computing using superconducting Josephson-junction qubits, scalable quantum circuitry and improved designs for their quantum control. An underlying theme of our work is to better understand nano-scale quantum systems and devise methods to control them. We use physical models to make predictions that can be tested experimentally and that can be used to better understand the observed phenomena.
Our publications are available online at Publications | Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory website.

Job title and Job description

Job title, available positions

Technical Staff I^*(discretionary labor system) or technical staff II^** (non discretionary labor system) a few positions

• ^*Technical staff I must provide technical supports independently to implement the lab missions.
• ^**Technical staff II must provide technical supports under the direction of the supervisor.

*The applicant will be assigned to an appropriate position based on his/her ability, aptitude, etc.

Job description

To provide technical supports for the lab members to study theoretical physics. The candidate must have very good communication skills, and the ability to provide supports for interdisciplinary research. RIKEN offers excellent computational facilities.

More Information on our research activities and recent reprints from our group can be obtained online here:
Publications | Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory website

Qualification

Applicants must have good computer skills, to provide supports for lab members to do research in theoretical physics. Also, excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

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.

Salary and benefits

• 1.A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to the end of March 2025 from date of hire.
• 2.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. In principle, employment contracts will not be renewed for individuals older than 65 years.

In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period.
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. The monthly base salary is 239,500 JPY for Technical Staff I, 206,900 JPY for Technical Staff II of April 1, 2023. The monthly base salary and variable salary are subject to change due to amendments to RIKEN regulations.

Discretionary work(Technical staff I), Overtime work(Technical staff II), commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.

The approximate amount of monthly salary at the time of employment:
Technical staff I :The monthly salary including discretionary work allowance at the time of employment will be 269,185JPY or more.
Technical staff II: The monthly salary at the time of employment will be 206,900JPY or more.

Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).

Technical staff I position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes.

Technical staff II falls under the non-discretionary work system; Work hours: 9:00 to 17:20 (lunch break 12:00 to 12:50). Supervisors may instruct employees to work outside of these hours.

Days off include 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 (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 is not permitted on site except in designated smoking areas. 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.

The Wako Campus has an on-site daycare, RIKEN Kids Wako. For details, please send an email to the HR at kids [at] riken.jp.

Application and required documents

Required documents

• 1.Complete CV (with photo and email address)
• 2.List of research achievement and publications
• 3.Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR
  If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you are required to submit the document, "Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR" with your signature.

  *You will find detailed information about General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the following website:
  Data protection | European Commission

Note: All the submitted documents will not be returned.

How to apply

Please send the necessary documents to the following email address.

Email: applications-physics [at] ml.riken.jp

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. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.

Selection process

Application screening and interview for selected applicants. If you do not hear back from us, this means that your application was not selected. Due to the large number of applications typically received, we cannot reply to each single applicant.

Start of Employment

This is flexible, upon mutual agreement.

Contact Information

Ai SATO (Ms.)
Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory
RIKEN Cluster for Pioneering Research
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198
Email: applications-physics [at] ml.riken.jp
For inquiries, please send an email.