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The Institute for Materials Research (IMR) at Tohoku University is recruiting for the following position.

Position

Title:	Post-doctoral researcher
Affiliation:	Theory of Solid State Physics Research Laboratory (Fundamental Theory and Design of Asymmetric Quantum Matters), Institute for Materials Research
Term of Employment:	Non-tenured (contract reviewed yearly, with possible renewals until March 31, 2028)
Location:	Institute for Materials Research, Tohoku University, 2-1-1 Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, 980-8577, Japan
Start Date:	October 1st, 2025

Job Description

The successful applicant will work alongside Professor Yusuke Nomura to promote research of Group B01 "Fundamental Theory and Design of Asymmetric Quantum Matters" in the research area of Scientific Transformation ("Visualization, Design, and Creation of Quantum Materials Colored by Asymmetry"). The area representative is Takahiro Onimaru (Hiroshima University).

For the specified research project, the successful applicant will develop a fundamental theory of asymmetric quantum matters and carry out materials design based on computational materials science. Expertise in any of the following is desirable:

• Theory of solid state physics
• Quantum many-body theory
• First-principles calculations
• Materials design
• Methods of data science

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

Qualifications

The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. degree, or must be expected to receive a Ph.D. degree before employment.

How to Apply

The application will consist of the following materials:

1. Curriculum Vitae with photo
2. List of research achievements [Mark major papers (up to three papers)]
3. Summary of research activities (no more than two pages of A4 paper)
4. Statements that the applicant can contribute to the project (no more than one page of A4 paper)
5. Contact information of two or more academic referees

Please send the application documents via email to Professor Yusuke Nomura: yusuke.nomura_at_tohoku.ac.jp (change "_at_" to @). The subject line of the email should be "Application for Post-doctoral Researcher". You will receive a response email of receipt. If you do not receive the response email within a few days, please contact IMR via email. If IMR does not receive sufficient applications by the deadline, they may extend the application period.

Please note that the resume will be used only for the purpose of this application, and personal information will not be disclosed to any third party without justifiable reason.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

About the Center

The Institute for Materials Research (IMR) is dedicated to advancing the fundamental principles of materials science and engineering and to applying these principles to the development of practical materials. Through these efforts, IMR aims to contribute to the creation of diverse societal infrastructures from the standpoint of materials innovation. Among its key areas of focus, the development of functional materials using metallic and inorganic materials has long played a central role in driving societal innovation, and continued research in this area remains essential.