AIST welcomes applications for research scientist positions from worldwide
The National Institute of Advanced Science and Technology (AIST) is Japan’s leading scientific research institute dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation, bringing 2300 research staffs and 700 administrative staffs together. Our research addresses varied issues in a wide range of research fields, covering from cutting-edge technologies to fundamental research in geological survey and metrology that underpins the country's intellectual infrastructure. In pursuit of excellence in science and innovation, we are seeking to recruit research scientists from basic research through to applied research to make impacts in our research areas.
1. Positions Available
*Application has been closed. Deadline: Closed at 23:59 on 9 October 2025 (JST)
Types of Position：
Year-Round Job Openings
Year-Round Job Openings for Externally Funded Research Projects (Type C)
Year-Round Job Openings for Research Scientist Positions (Type D)
Deadline：Closed when the positions are filled by appropriate candidates.
Types of Position：
2. Types of Position
3. Application Procedure
Contact
Secretariat of Recruitment and Employment Committee
E-mail: M-aisthrdrp-saiyo-ml*aist.go.jp (Replace "*" with "@")
Support for Foreign Talent
AIST supports foreign talent such as international visitors and researchers etc. Please refer to the following information for staying in Japan.