Technician Position in Centrosome Dynamics and Evolution Group
The Centrosome Dynamics and Evolution Group aims to understand the evolution of molecular mechanisms of the centrosome, a central organelle required for cell division. We employ complementary approaches using the roundworm C. elegans and human cell culture, biochemistry, and gene engineering. (Midori Ohta | Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology OIST).
We are seeking to recruit a full-time technician for laboratory management and experimental support.
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research.
The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration.
English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.
- Work with the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans and human cell culture, plasmid construction, and biochemical approaches (protein purification, Western blots, immunoprecipitation).
- Management of reagents, consumables, and equipment
(Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related subject
- Experience with molecular biology
- Team spirit and collaborative personality
- Communication in English
For Staff Scientist and Technician:
Expected Annual Salary: 3M – 7Myen
Model Base Salary: 4.5Myen/year (10th year since master’s degree)
*This amount represents the expected annual salary range for this position, which will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills and background in accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulation
Benefits:
- 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)
- Remote Work system
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae in English
- Names and contact information of 1-2 referees, one of which should be a previous employer
How to Apply
Apply by emailing your Submission Documents to:
Midori.ota[at]oist.jp – Centrosome Dynamics and Evolution Group
(Please replace [at] with@ before using this email address)
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(Information Disclosure – 10. Others – 6. OIST Rules for Concurrent Appointment).
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Full-time, the position is initially for one year with a 6-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be renewed based on performance and mutual agreement.
9:00-17:30 (Discretionary)
Holidays
Saturday, Sunday, National holidays, and Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
Leave
Annual Paid Leave, Summer Leave, Sick Leave, and Special Leave
Overtime work hours
Discretionary Working Hours System：
In the discretionary labor system for specialized work, the employee shall be deemed to have worked 7 hours 30 minutes per day.
Starting Date
April 1st, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter (negotiable)
We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.