Faculty Position at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute

The Brain Science Institute (BSI) of RIKEN (Institute of Physical and Chemical Research) in Wako, Japan is seeking outstanding neuroscientists for tenure-track Team Leader positions (equivalent to a U.S. Assistant or Associate Professor) or a tenured Senior Team Leader position (equivalent to U.S. Full Professor).

The area and theme of research we wish to strengthen are broad, but we are particularly interested in investigators who study basic mechanisms of nervous system function using an interdisciplinary approach that includes some combination of genetics, electrophysiology, optical imaging and behavioral and computational neuroscience.  We welcome applications from candidates working at the molecular, cellular and/or systems levels, in mammalian or other model organisms.

Candidates for the Team Leader positions should have demonstrated the strong ability to develop a significant and original research program, while candidates for the Senior Team Leader position should be one of the world leaders in his/her research field.

RIKEN BSI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications of women are strongly encouraged.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of current and proposed research, and arrange for three letters of recommendation, all to be sent to:

Search Committee, RIKEN Brain Science Institute
2-1 Hirosawa, Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
Fax: +81-48-467-9683, Email: search@brain.riken.jp
http://www.brain.riken.jp