Earthquake Research Institute Project Researcher (Fixed-Term Project Staff)

27 Feb 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

The University of Tokyo

Department

Human Resources

Research Field

Chemistry
Astronomy
Physics
Mathematics
Geosciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

19 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (UTC)

Country

Japan

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

See description

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

[Background of the recruitment and description of the project]
* Background of the recruitment and description of the project
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo is seeking a project researcher who promotes the construction of earthquake and volcano database and analysis platform as a member of Collaboration Center for Earthquake and Volcano Research.

[Work content and job description]
Affiliation:Collaboration Center for Earthquake and Volcano Research
8.Contents of Work Duties:Successful applicants will participate in one or both of the two research themes described below and conduct research that aimed to advances the understanding of earthquakes and volcanoes. This will be achieved through the development of databases and analysis platforms covering the full range of fields covered by “The Third Earthquake and Volcano Hazard Observation and Research Program”.
1) Development of internationally standard databases and analysis platforms in the applicant’s area of expertise in seismology and/or volcanology.
The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of databases and analysis platforms that may also encompass related interdisciplinary fields. In addition, the candidate will conduct research that feeds back the content and outcomes of these databases and platforms into their own scientific studies.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Possession of a Ph.D. in geophysics or a related field.
An outstanding record of research achievements in the applicant’s area of expertise within seismology or volcanology.
A strong interest in advancing the fundamental understanding of earthquakes and volcanoes through interdisciplinary collaboration, in addition to their own specialty.
Skills and knowledge related to data handling, such as the acquisition, analysis, and modeling of observational data, are highly desirable.
2) Development of state-of-the-art database and analysis platforms as part of data science, utilizing diverse datasets related to earthquakes and volcanoes across broad spatial and temporal scales.
These datasets include observational and analytical data, topographic and geological data, historical records, models, and analytical techniques. In collaboration with experts in seismology and volcanology, the successful candidate will build an open, next-generation database and analysis platform that substantiv

* Assigned department
Existing departments

[Work location]
* Address
113-0032 Tokyo 1-1-1 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku

[Number of hired]
Number of hired:1 person(s)
Job content supplemental explanation:Term of Employment: From June 1, 2026 or after, to March 31, 2027.

Where to apply

Website

https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=0&ln=1&id=D126020673&ln_jor=1

Requirements
Additional Information
Benefits

[Compensation]
Annual salary:4 million yen - 6 million yen
Wages description:Annual Salary System applies and monthly paid salary will be around JPY 350,000-400,000 including performance/achievement allowance. (The salary will be decided taking your qualifications, capacity, experience etc. into account.)
Working hours:09:00-17:30
Holidays :Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and the year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3)
Overtime and other explanations:A discretionary work system for professional work applies, and working hours will be deemed as 7 hours and 45 minutes per day.
Employment type:Regular employee
Employment type description:Fixed-Term Project Staff
Contract period:Nontenured
Contract period description:Term of Employment: From June 1, 2026 or after, to March 31, 2027.
Renewal of Contract: Your employment agreement may be renewed. In the event of renewal, your employment agreement will be renewed on a yearly basis. Renewal of your employment agreement will be determined by the following factors: All relevant factors, such as budget status, progress of the work assigned to you, the amount of the work at the end of the term, your performance, work record, and attitude, and/or your medical conditions. The number of renewals can be two times. The period of employment is limited March 31, 2029.
Probationary period:Probationary period present
Probationary period description:14 days from the date of employment

[Various systems]
Transportation expenses:Yes

[Insurance]
Employees' Health Insurance:Yes
Employees' Pension Insurance:Yes
Worker's accident insurance:Yes
Employment insurance:Yes

[Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace]
No smoking on campus except ford esignated smoking area outdoors

[Supplementary explanation of compensation]
Working Hours:
A discretionary work system for professional work applies, and working hours will be deemed as 7 hours and 45 minutes per day.
Leave:
Annual Paid Leave, Special Leave, etc.

Additional comments

・ Personal information received through this application process will not be used for other purposes.
・ The University of Tokyo is committed to gender equality and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender
・ If, at the time of employment, you are personally under contract with a foreign corporation, foreign government, or similar entity, or if you are receiving significant financial or other benefits from a foreign government or related organization, the sharing of certain technologies may be restricted under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA). As a result, it may become difficult to fulfill your duties as a faculty or staff member of the university. In such cases, it is necessary to ensure that such contracts or benefits remain within a scope that does not interfere with the sharing of technologies necessary for the performance of your duties.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

The University of Tokyo

Country

Japan

City

Tokyo

STATUS: EXPIRED

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