Postdoc Position Available/Neuronal Mechanism for Critical Period Unit
A motivated postdoc is sought to join the Neuronal mechanism for critical period Unit, focusing on the brain mechanisms of bird song learning.
About OIST
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) is a model for change in education and research, featuring world-class faculty and international graduate students in modern, well-equipped laboratories. Situated on the island of Okinawa, OIST emphasizes a cross-disciplinary approach to offer unique, individualized graduate training. As a university without departments, OIST eliminates artificial barriers between fields, attracting students and faculty from over 50 countries. OIST is dedicated to transforming science and education globally.
Position Summary
We seek a motivated postdoc to work in the Neuronal mechanism for critical period Unit (Principal Investigator: Yoko Yazaki-Sugiyama). Our research unit focuses on the brain mechanism for bird song learning. A successful candidate is expected to carry out their own projects aligned with our recent interests, including:
- Auditory information processing and memory formation in zebra finch song learning.
- Neuronal mechanisms of how social interaction regulates memory formation and affects later cognitive behavior.
- Neuronal mechanisms for auditory memory guided vocal learning.
Other projects are also welcome with discussion.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Ph. D. degree.
- Communication skills in English or Japanese.
- Experience in neurobiology or neuroscience field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced experience in electrophysiology.
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations for Postdoctoral Scholar, the expected annual salary is 4.5M–5.9M yen.
Benefits include:
- 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 and Schooling Options
- Language Education Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
- Remote Work system
Additional Info
Application Instructions
Please submit all required application materials by email to: [email protected] (Please replace # with @ before using this email address).
Employment Details
- Employment Type: Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years (initially with a 6-month probationary period).
- Working Hours: 9:00–17:30 (Discretionary).
- Location: Main Campus: 1919-1 Tancha, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa.
Declaration
- OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.
- Information provided by applicants or references will be kept confidential.
- All new hires are required to successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
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