Materials Analysis Specialist

15 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

Department

HR Recruiting Section

Research Field

Physics
Technology
Engineering
Chemistry

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Japan

Application Deadline

31 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (UTC)

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 an 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
The OIST Core Facilities play a vital role in facilitating research and education by offering state-of-the-art research facilities and support services to OIST researchers and students. The Engineering Section, one of our eight technical sections, specializes in mechanical engineering, electronics, nanofabrication, and materials characterization. Currently, we are actively looking for a highly motivated Materials Analysis Specialist to enhance our surface science capabilities at the university.

The primary responsibilities of the candidate will include the maintenance of X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy machines and providing training and support to OIST researchers in their operation. Additionally, the candidate will also be responsible for similar tasks related to SEM (scanning electron microscopy) and FIB (Focused Ion Beam) equipment

[Work content and job description]
１.Provides the following services related to XPS
・Training of researchers on XPS machines
・Consultations with researchers on sample preparation and machine use.
・Measurement and analysis of data as requested.
２.Provides the following services related to SEM
・Training of researchers on SEM
・Consultations with researchers on sample preparation, measurement, and analysis of data
・Observation of samples as requested by researchers
3. Provides the following services related to FIB/SEM
・Training of researchers on FIB/SEM
・Consultations with researchers on sample preparation, milling and imaging.
4. Establishes standard training programs, manuals and protocols for the efficient training and use of the instruments
5. Maintains all relevant equipment and facilities
6. Works with equipment vendors on maintenance, development, and trouble-shooting issues
7. Maintains stocks of consumables
8. Supports the purchase and procurement of equipment based on the needs of researchers, by documenting the specifications of the equipment and by communicating with the manufacturers and vendors, etc.
9. Maintains excellent records regarding research support, equipment maintenance and safety
10. Maintains and expands collaborative relationships with other domestic and international institutes
11. Other duties as assigned by the Engineering Section Leader

* Assigned department
Existing departments

[Work location]
* Address
904-0495 Okinawa Tancha1919-1,Onna, Kunigami-gun

[Number of hired]
Number of hired:1 person(s)

Requirements
Additional Information
Benefits

[Compensation]
Annual salary:5 million yen - 8 million yen
Working hours:09:00-17:30
Holidays :five-day work week
Overtime and other explanations:Discretionary Labor System (Deemed working hours:7.5hours/day) is applied.
Employment type:Contract employee
Employment type description:Full-time
Contract period:Nontenured
Contract period description:Full-time, fixed term appointment for 2 years. Contract initially with 3-month probationary period (inclusive).
This contract may be renewed.
Probationary period:Probationary period present
Probationary period description:3-month

[Various systems]
Pay increase system:available
Transportation expenses:available

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

[Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace]
No smoking indoors

[Supplementary explanation of compensation]
・Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
・Annual paid leave and summer holidays
・Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
・Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
・Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
・Access to Child Development Center
・Access to Schooling Options
・Language Education
・Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

Country

Japan

City

Okinawa

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=0&ln=1&id=D124020244&ln_jor=1

Contact

City

Okinawa

STATUS: EXPIRED