JAXA is seeking for outstanding young researchers who participates in various aerospace projects with specialized knowledge which promote JAXA projects more effectively and efficiently.
Research Themes
- * Please note that ISAS themes have a closing date; November 23, 2020, 5 P.M. (JST)
- * There are 5 vacancies among all ISAS themes; 20 themes including Japanese recruitments.
- * There will be NO On-demand interview for ISAS themes. (see “How to Apply” (2))
- - Development of multi-band thermal imager and microscope for investigating thermophysical properties of astromaterials[NEW]
- - Development of an advanced information system to promote interdisciplinary space science research and carrying out the original scientific study using this system[NEW]
- - Researches on geospace science by using the Arase (ERG) satellite and multi-point observations[NEW]
- - Research on ultra-small deep space exploration system[NEW]
- - GAPS: ultrasensitive observation of cosmic-ray antiparticles[NEW]
- - Scientific Research and Instrumental Development for Astrobiology-Driven Space Explorations with Microparticle Capture and Measurement[NEW]
- - Study of the inner heliosphere and planetary environment with the BepiColombo mission[NEW]
- - Science Operation Planning in Deep Space Exploration Mission[NEW]
- - Research and development of intelligent tiny planetary rovers with sophisticated mobile system[NEW]
- - Geochemical study of extraterrestrial materials for the understanding of planetary evolution[NEW]
- - Mars science: Algorithm/pipeline development of remote sensing data for MMX[NEW]
- - Analysis of remote sensing data and tool development for planetary/moon/asteroidal exploration[NEW]
- - Study on damage accumulation process of ceramics matrix composites for their life prediction[NEW]
- - Study on atmospheric-entry, decent and landing technology and development of sample return capsule.[NEW]
- - Operation-driven Robust Trajectory Design for DESTINY+ Mission[NEW]
- - Research and Development for Future/International Space Missions in Astrophysics[NEW]
- - Research and Development for Roman Space Telescope (WFIRST)[NEW]
- - Development of CMB polarization instruments of LiteBIRD[NEW]
- - Instrument Development and Science Enhancement of XRISM[NEW]
- - Three Body Dynamics in Deep Space Missions[NEW]
- * Please note that Aeronautical Technology Directorate themes have a closing date; December 13, 2020, 5 P.M. (JST)
- * There are 2 vacancies among all Aeronautical Technology Directorate themes. (3 themes including Japanese recruitments.)
- - Research on Digitalization of Aircraft Development and Certification[NEW]
Qualification
Applicants must possess Ph.D. or equivalent
* Applicants previously employed as JAXA Aerospace Project Research Associate cannot apply to a similar research
topic.
Open Period
Open until the vacancy is filled.
* Each research theme may set a closing date after a certain progress in the selection.
Please check the announcements in each website above.
* Please note that ISAS themes have a closing date; November 23, 2020, 5 P.M. (JST)
* Please note that Aeronautical Technology Directorate themes have a closing date; December 13, 2020, 5 P.M. (JST)
Position
Aerospace Project Research Associate (fixed-term staff)
* Applicants will not be hired as a permanent employee after the term of service.
Starting Date of Employment
Within 4-6 months after approving JAXA’s offer. (negotiable)
* Certificate of Eligibility is required to submit prior to the starting date.
Vacancy
1 vacancy for each research theme
* 5 vacancies among all ISAS themes. (20 themes including Japanese recruitments.)
1 vacancy for each research theme
* 2 vacancies among all Aeronautical Technology
Directorate themes. (3 themes including Japanese recruitments.)
How to Apply
(1) | Pre-Apply
You may begin the process of submitting your resume by clicking each title of the Research Theme above.
Please read "How to Pre-Apply |
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(2) | Apply (On-Demand Interview)
An On-Demand Interview is a one-way video recording in which you are required to answer set questions.
Specific instructions will be announced after your resume is submitted. You must finish the entire process
in order to have a complete application package and receive consideration. |
(3) | 1st Selection
JAXA will evaluate based on your submitted resume and on-demand interview. You can normally expect to learn the outcome of the selection process within approximately 2 weeks, however it may vary depending on each individual. |
(4) | 2nd Selection (Online-Interview)
If you are found to be a highly qualified candidate, you will be contacted for an online-interview. The
online-interview will be held once. Please email to the announced contact information on each site of the
research theme if you wish to have a face-to-face interview. |
Required Documents
Download the documents below to complete your resume. Please note that there are upload limitation of 20MB for each file.
FORM 1 Research Plan
FORM 2 Research Achievements
FORM 3 Summary of Representative Thesis
FORM 4 Letter of Recommendation(*)
(*) The recommender
can send FORM 4 (Letter of Recommendation) directly to JAXA via E-mail; jaxacareer*jaxa.jp (change * to @)
Terms of Employment
- Annual Income
Approximately JPY 4,500,000
* May change due to the recommendation by the Natl. Personnel Authority.
- Benefits
Commutation, Residence, Terminal, Achievement Allowances - Working Days
Monday - Friday, 9:30a.m. - 5:45 p.m. (Lunch-time 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.) - Holidays
Weekends, Japanese National Holidays, New Years Holiday (12/29-1/3), Annual Leave (20days), Work-Life-Balance Leave (7days), Maternity Leave, etc. - Locations
Tokyo (Chofu), Kanagawa (Sagamihara), Ibaraki (Tsukuba), Miyagi (Kakuda), etc. - Lodging
Provided according to individual circumstances, or housing allowance will be paid according to JAXA regulations. - Social Insurances
The Science and Technology Health Insurance Society, Industrial Accident Compensastion Insurance, Employment Insurance, JAXA Benefit Association
Employment
- Contract of employment will be concluded each fiscal year.
- Applicants will not be hired as a permanent employee after the term of service.
- Employment period may be extended up to 3 years for the longest, in consideration of research evaluation every fiscal year.
- Total employment period will be up to 5 years for the longest, if the applicant is already employed to JAXA as a fixed-term staff.
Notes
- JAXA may ask for submission of additional documents during the selection.
- Submitted application documents are unreturnable.
- Travel expenses for the interview will not be provided from JAXA.
- Submission of the Certificate of Eligibility is required prior to the starting date of employment.
- Applicants must leave the current job by the starting date of employment.
- Applicants cannot be enrolled in the graduate school after employed by JAXA
- Neither travelling expenses nor moving costs will not be provided from JAXA.
- Applicants should submit a refusal notice to JAXA as soon as possible if s/he declines the post after getting an acceptance notification.
Privacy Policy
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JAXA shall use application information for the following purposes:
(1) To screen the Applicant for recruitment;
(2) To create statistical and analytical materials for future recruitment activities; and
(3) To manage prospective employees and to manage employees after joining JAXA.
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JAXA shall not use application information for any purpose other than those above nor provide
application information to any third party except under the following cases:
(1) Prior consent has been obtained by the Applicant;
(2) Disclosure is legally required under laws and regulations;
(3) The information will be used in the form of statistical data that cannot identify individuals; or
(4) The information will be provided to a subcontractor with whom JAXA has concluded an agreement prohibiting the subcontractor from using the information for any purpose other than the entrusted business.
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Any Applicant applying from within the European Economic Area must mail a HARD COPY of a written Consent form for handling personal
information based on GDPR.
Contact Information
- Please check our FAQ
beforehand
- For general inquiries;
Human Resources Office : jaxacareer*jaxa.jp (change * to @) - For specific inquiries about the research theme;
See the contact information on each research theme site. - For mailing "Consent form for handling personal information based on GDPR";
4-6 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 101-8008
JAXA Human Resources Office, Career Support