The Healthspan Research Center at Tohoku University is recruiting for the following position.

Position

Job Description

The Healthspan Research Center is seeking an Assistant Professor to conduct research on the mechanisms of aging. The start date is flexible and will be on or after October 1, 2026. The laboratory will pursue research in the following areas:

1. elucidation of aging mechanisms through large-scale data analysis using artificial intelligence;
2. in vivo intervention studies using mouse models to suppress age-related decline, with a focus on targets that have strong potential for real-world impact; and
3. investigation of molecular mechanisms that provide a foundation for, or have clear potential to contribute to, these research areas.

Within this scope, specific research themes will be considered flexibly, including proposals from applicants. For large-scale data analysis, particular emphasis will be placed on transcriptomic and proteomic data, with the aim of improving our understanding of the overall mechanisms of aging, including mechanisms shared across multiple tissues and inter-tissue communication during aging. Experience in fundamental molecular biology techniques and handling laboratory mice is required. Experience in omics data analysis using R, Python, or related computational tools is desirable but not mandatory.

For further details, including how to apply, please see here.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold, or be expected to obtain, a doctoral degree and demonstrate strong potential to conduct independent and productive research, as evidenced by their research record and related achievements.

About the Research Center

The Healthspan Research Center (HeSReC) is committed to transforming the future of aging by closing the 10-year gap between lifespan and healthspan, enabling individuals to live with vitality and dignity. Building on Tohoku University's distinguished achievements and expertise in aging research, the center integrates advanced AI analytics and large scale data to advance a seamless continuum of innovation--from uncovering the mechanisms of aging to developing new treatments and promoting their real world implementation. Through science driven extension of healthy lifespan, HeSReC is dedicated to shaping a future in which people can pursue an era of 100-year lifespans while maintaining their independence and well-being.