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.
沖縄科学技術大学院大学は、世界の科学技術の発展に貢献し、沖縄でのイノベーションの拠点となるために2011年に設立されました。5年一貫制の博士課程教育を提供し、国を超えて、分野を超えて、優れた研究者が共同で、最先端の科学研究を行っています。
85 ヘクタールの敷地に広がる大自然の中に設立され、美しい海岸とサンゴ礁を見下ろす場所に位置します。キャンパスは建築学的観点から見ても印象的なこだわりが施され、その自然の中にある大学施設を際立たせています。学部の壁を作らないことで、学際的な研究成果を生み出せる環境を提供し、また学内の誰もが、最高水準のリソースへのアクセスと研究機器の利用が可能で、共同研究に生かせるような仕組みを整えています。
学内では英語を公用語とし、50 ヵ国以上から集まる研究者コミュニティは真の国際性を保持しています。OISTは科学技術の革新、そして沖縄の経済発展の原動力となるイノベーション創出に取り組んでいます。
- 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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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.