We are contributing to enhancing industrial competitiveness by developing advanced electronic and optical device technologies that enable both performance enhancement and significant energy savings of IT equipment, and innovative manufacturing technologies that enable energy savings, resource savings, and low cost. Moreover, we are building a highly efficient production system by combining innovative manufacturing technologies and sensing technologies based on the advanced devices.

Type A (Tenure-track position)/Type B (Tenured position)

• Type A - Tenure Track Position
• Type B - Tenured Position

The below-listed job opportunities are for both Type A (normally for 5 years) and Type B - which type of position applies will be determined following the selection process. The term for tenure track position may be shortened, e.g. 3 years or 4 years, commensurate with the candidate's previous achievements and professional experience. Research staff on tenure track are entitle to undergo a tenure rewiew one and a half years before the term ends.

Job Opportunities for the 1st round of Open Recruitment 2019 - Closed at 17:00 on 10 May 2019 (JST)

Entry ID DEV-1	Title	Research and development for power-efficient and multi-functional devices and circuits for data acquisition, processing and storage
	Details of Job Opportunity	Spintronics Research Center and Nanoelectronics Research Institute invite highly motivated candidates to apply for research positions regarding power-efficiency improvement and 3D integration of logic and memory circuits which are necessary to lift the energy limitation in utilizing big data. Specific research subjects include LSI manufacturing by 3D integration, power reduction and circuit integration of non-volatile memories such as MRAM, low-power logic circuits incorporating new materials and structures, high-variety low-volume manufacturing of IoT devices, among others. Successful candidates are expected to work on these subjects in close collaboration with the industry and academia.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute Spintronics Research Center
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html http://www.aist.go.jp/aist_e/dept/en_delma.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel：　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID DEV-2	Title	Researches and developments of electronic and photonic materials, and their devices technologies
	Details of Job Opportunity	We aim to break through the limit of conventional electronic devices, optical devices and sensors, and provide novel functions. To realize superior devices for information recording, computing, communication, sensing, energy etc., we are developing emerging materials such as superconductors, functional oxides, compound semiconductors, and organic materials, and their device technology. For this reason, we widely recruit highly motivated researchers with basic knowledge, expertise and research achievements related to applied physics, materials science, chemistry, electrical and electronic engineering.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Electronics and Photonics Research Institute Sensing System Research Center GaN Advanced Device Open Innovation Laboratory
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/esprit/ https://unit.aist.go.jp/gan-oil/english/index-e.html
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID SDEV-1	Title	Development of ultrahigh-performance computers for the post-Moore generations by multi-disciplinary approach
	Details of Job Opportunity	A research position is available for highly qualified candidates to carry out R&D on the information-processing hardware that outperforms conventional von-Neumann-type computers in evolving applications such as sophisticated machine learning and inference, large-scale combinatorial optimization, quantum simulation, secure cryptography, and so on. This position requires the ability to integrate multiple disciplines such as information theory, computer science, software, module/circuit design, and electronic devices/materials, and quantum information processing. A successful candidate must have not only high expertise in at least one of these disciplines but also high motivation to learn new knowledge and skills of various disciplines for cross-sectoral technology integration.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute Spintronics Research Center
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html http://www.aist.go.jp/aist_e/dept/en_delma.html
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID SDEV-2	Title	Development of basic technology for Post Moore / Non Neumann type information processing system
	Details of Job Opportunity	We develop new devices that utilize new principles, new materials, etc., and build basic technologies for developing new non-von Neumann information systems. For example, we develop basic technologies of nonvolatile memories capable of ultra-low power consumption and ultrahigh speed operation, high performance memories and spin devices applying topological insulator, brain type information processing devices applying nonlinear resistance switch characteristics etc. Specifically, we promote basic research across several technology fields, such as new material development, electron/quantum state control, device process development, device characterization evaluation.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Electronics and Photonics Research Institute Nanoelectronics Research Institute Spintronics Research Center
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/esprit/ https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html http://www.aist.go.jp/aist_e/dept/en_delma.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel：　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID SDEV-3	Title	Research and Development of Sensor & Sensing System.
	Details of Job Opportunity	We are recruiting a research scientist who is interested in the research and development of sensor and sensing system technology. In particular, those who have experience in device engineering, circuit design, information processing, system design, power supply, applied physics, optical engineering, RF engineering, and related sensor technology are very much welcome.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Sensing System Research Center
	URL
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID MANU-1	Title	Development of Advanced Manufacturing Processing, Data Analysis Technology and Modeling for IoT/CPS Manufacturing Systems
	Details of Job Opportunity	We are seeking a highly motivated research scientist with basic knowledge in the fields of manufacturing process, modeling and information science and material sciences, as well as with willingness to carry out interdisciplinary study, in order to develop advanced manufacturing processing technology, sensing and analyse system and modeling with big data for advanced manufacturing systems toward IoT/CPS era.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Advanced Manufacturing Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/am-ri/index_en.html
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID MANU-2	Title	Research and development on sensing data science technology for smart manufacturing process
	Details of Job Opportunity	We have developed the monitoring technologies of manufacturing processes for various industries of the coming IoT/CPS era. We are seeking a highly motivated research scientist with basic knowledge in the fields of advanced sensing technology and information technology such as machine learning, as well as with willingness to carry out interdisciplinary study.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Advanced Manufacturing Research Institute, AIST Kyushu
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/am-ri/index_en.html
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID SMANU-1	Title	Research and development of surface functionalization technology for advanced optimization design & manufacturing
	Details of Job Opportunity	To realize the design and manufacturing technology in the coming IoT/CPS society, we develop processing technology to realize highly functional, reliable, and environment- resistant surfaces for applications in aircraft and automobile manufacturing. We also develop advanced coating, bonding, and surface functionalization technologies to realize the sensor systems that are capable of acquiring data under actual operation conditions. Therefore, we widely recruit researchers who have high expertise in functional material coating, material bonding technology, or design/manufacturing of the above sensors and devices. Successful candidates are expected to work cooperatively with the researchers from different technological fields.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Advanced Coating Research Center
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/atc/en/index.html
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Type D (Non tenure-track position based on performance-based pay)

• Type D - Fixed-Term Position

Entry ID PDEV-1	Title	Research and development for design and verification of AI chip
	Details of Job Opportunity	Nanoelectronics Research Institute invites highly motivated candidates to apply for research positions regarding circuit design, verification and evaluation of AI chips for the learning, inference and/or recognition processing that cannot be performed by the conventional integrated circuits. Specific research subjects include AI chip design by using EDA tools, verification by using emulator, etc. Successful candidates are expected to work on these subjects in close collaboration with the industry and academia.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel：　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID PDEV-2	Title	Development of design and process technologies for device manufacturing by Minimal Fab
	Details of Job Opportunity	Nanoelectronics Research Institute is seeking highly qualified candidates for a research position regarding device design and process development for the Minimal Fab system whidh realizes the new manufacturing concept for high-variety low-volume production. The mission of this position include management of the Minimal Fab facility and systematic accumulation of the developed design and process information. Experiences of developing electronic devices, circuits, and/or MEMS are desirable.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel：　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID PDEV-3	Title	Research and development on the next-generation TCAD simulator
	Details of Job Opportunity	Nanoelectronics Research Institute invites the researcher for development of next-generation Technology CAD (TCAD) simulator. The TCAD simulator to be developed shall carry out large-scale simulation considering circuit layout and have flexibility to handle new materials, structures and new principle devices. The mission of this position also includes the activities for expanding the TCAD user community in the industry and academia.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/index.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel：　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID PDEV-4	Title	Research and development on innovative laser technology
	Details of Job Opportunity	We will conduct research and development on innovative laser technologies that can be used as next-generation manufacturing technologies. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher who has a high expertise in laser technologies including development of laser source and its application.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Electronics and Photonics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/esprit/
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1

Entry ID PDEV-5	Title	Research and development on the advancement of silicon photonics technologies
	Details of Job Opportunity	We carry out R&D for the silicon photonics technology at Super Clean Room (SCR) of AIST, togetherr with the activities for social implementation of our research outputs. We also promote R&D on hybrid technologies, innovative devices, processes and integration technologies such as new structures and devices. We are widely looking for recruitable researchers who have high expertise in silicon processes and optical devices and can actively work for social implementation of the developed technology.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Electronics and Photonics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/esprit/
	Inquiry	e-mail: rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID PMANU-1	Title	Research on the advancement of advanced coating technology
	Details of Job Opportunity	Research and development on advanced ceramics coating technology and device development will be conducted to realize high performance components and devices for energy, environmental, electronic, and medical applications. Therefore, we widely recruit researchers who has high expertise in either manufacturing technology (powder engineering, liquid source process, or low temperature process) with the background of materials/surface science, or device design/production technology. Successful candidates are expected to work cooperatively with the researchers from different technological fields.
	Start of Employment	4/1/2020
	Research Unit	Advanced Coating Research Center
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/atc/index.html
	Inquiry	E-mail：　rp-eleman-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-862-6592
	Number of Position	1 position

Type C (Specially Appointed Position) 

• Type C - Specially Appointed Position

Job Opportunities for the 1st round of Open Recruitment 2019 - Closed at 17:00 on 10 May 2019 (JST)

Entry ID SDEV-PJ	Title	Research and Development of Superconducting Quantum Computer
	Details of Job Opportunity	Nanoelectroics Research Institute is seeking highly qualified candidates for a research position regarding the developing high performance and large-scaled superconducting quantum computer chips integrating superconductor quantum dots and peripheral controlling circuits. The successful candidates should have ability and knowledge of process technologies for a wide range of materials including advanced semiconductors. R&D experiences in the private sector is positively evaluated.
	Start of Employment	Any date between 1 Oct 2019 and 1 April 2020 - to be determined following the selection process.
	Research Unit	Nanoelectronics Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/neri/en/teams/index.html
	Inquiry	Dr. Masahiro Ukibe Email: ukibe-ml*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".)
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID GAN-PJ	Title	Research and development on semiconductor devices and its application technologies required for the IoT / CPS era.
	Details of Job Opportunity	We will develop semiconductor device technology required in the coming IoT/CPS era for high-frequency communication, contactless power supply, and/or LED display. The successful candidate should have experiences in semiconductor device design and fabrication, modeling, packaging technology, and related technologies.
	Start of Employment	1/4/2020
	Research Unit	GaN Advanced Device Open Innovation Laboratory
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/gan-oil/
	Inquiry	Dr. Mitsuaki Shimizu E-mail: mitsu.shimizu*aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".)
	Number of Position	1 position

Entry ID SMANU-PJ	Title	Development of augmented visualization of the integrity and lifetime of manufacturing infrastructures using information obatined by multi-modal sensing
	Details of Job Opportunity	A research position is available for development of the smart visualization system for the coming IoT/CPS era. The system to be developed will monitor the state of manufacturing infrastructures using multi-modal sensors, providing information regarding their safety and lifetime. A successful candidate is expected to have basic knowledge in information processing, image processing, multivariate analysis, machine learning, or cross-correlation analysis of multi-modal sensing data, and is positive for interdisciplinary study.
	Start of Employment	Any date between 1 Oct 2019 and 1 April 2020 - to be determined following the selection process
	Period of Term	Until 31 May 2022
	Research Unit	Advanced Manufacturing Research Institute
	URL	https://unit.aist.go.jp/am-ri/index_en.html
	Inquiry	e-mail:  rp-eleman-ml@aist.go.jp (Please replace "*" with "@".) Tel:　+81-29-861-5511
	Number of Position	1 position