Research Associate / Junior Research Associate

  1. Position

Research Associate / Junior Research Associate

 

  1. Research Topic

Mapping Global Flows and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Chemicals and Plastics

 

  1. Description of Research

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a proven track record in industrial ecology to join the National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan. The position is available as a Research Associate (Postdoc) or Junior Research Associate (for candidates without a Ph.D. but with strong research skills).

 

The successful candidate will work on the project “Mapping Global Flows and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Chemicals and Plastics,” funded by the Royal Society. The project is divided into four interlinked Work Streams: material flow analysis, demand modelling, emissions modelling, and decarbonisation pathways. These workstreams collectively aim to guide the chemical sector towards zero-emission paradigms by 2050.

 

The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Takuma Watari and an international interdisciplinary team in Japan and the UK.

 

  1. Qualifications
  • D. in industrial ecology or related fields for Research Associates.
  • Master’s degree in industrial ecology or related fields for Junior Research Associates.
  • Excellent communication skills in English or Japanese.

 

  1. Selection Process

The selection process will be by means of a screening of applications followed by individual interviews. We will inform those applicants whose applications have passed the initial screening process on details of the interview.

 

  1. Application Process/Application Documents

Applicants are requested to submit the following documents by email:

  • A CV with links to Google Scholar or Scopus.
  • A motivation letter.
  • Name and contact details of two referees.

 

  1. Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

  1. Work Conditions and Related Regulations
  • The starting salary for a Research Associate is approximately 5,000,000 JPY per year.
  • The position is initially funded until March 31, 2027, with potential extension based on project status.
  • Social security benefits will be provided.
  • The probationary period is 6 months.
  • Research Associates and Junior Research Associates are treated as Contract Employees.
  • For other matters pertaining to this employment, please ensure to refer to the Rules of Employment for Contract Employees at NIES and related regulations: (Japanese only) http://www.nies.go.jp/kihon/kitei/index.html

 

  1. Date of Commencement

The successful candidate is expected to start in the summer/autumn of 2024.

 

  1. Other

This work falls under the subject matter of Article 15-2 of the Act on Activation of Science and Technology and Innovation Creation.

(Japanese only) https://elaws.e-gov.go.jp/search/elawsSearch/elaws_search/lsg0500/detail?lawId=420AC1000000063#98

 

  1. Enquiries

Applications should be directed to:

Dr. Takuma Watari

Material Cycles Division, National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan

Email: watari.takuma(at)nies.go.jp

  • National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan
  • Material Cycles Division
  • Tsukuba, Japan
  • Postdoc Positions
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