In this open call, candidates are invited to be involved in one of the following research and development activities, depending on the mission of their respective sections.
(1) Solid State Physics Section in Synchrotron Radiation Science Division 1
The section conducts experimental and theoretical research to elucidate the origin of the physical properties and functions of materials by investigating the crystal and electronic structures of materials using four quantum beams such as synchrotron radiation at the Institute of Materials Structure Science. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of novel physical properties or the development of new functional materials by conducting experiments using quantum beams such as synchrotron radiation, and will also promote the development of new experimental methods and the improvement of equipment. It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the promotion of synchrotron radiation science and condensed matter research through these activities.
(2) Materials Science Section in Synchrotron Radiation Science Division 2
The section conducts research to elucidate the mechanism of the emergence of functions in materials using four quantum beams such as synchrotron radiation at the Institute of Materials Structure Science, in collaboration with members of the institute and users from industry, government, and academia both in Japan and overseas. The successful candidate will promote materials science research in one of the following fields; energy science (batteries, catalysts, etc.), structural materials (metals, composites, etc.), environmental science, or earth and planetary science, using experiments with quantum beams such as synchrotron radiation, especially microspectroscopy and time-resolved measurement. It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the promotion of synchrotron radiation science and materials science research through these activities.
