Postdoctoral Researcher Recruitment

Job Title

Postdoctoral Researcher

Affiliation / Research Field

Kumamoto University (Research Area: Virology / Infectious Diseases / Biomarker Discovery)

Job Description

The successful candidate will engage in experiments, data analysis, and manuscript preparation related to the research theme: “Elucidation of the pathogenesis of chronic viral infections and exploration of biomarkers.”

Additional responsibilities include:

• Participation in international collaborative research

• Presentations at academic conferences

• Supervision of doctoral students

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree (including expected completion)

• Experience in any of the following is highly welcomed: cell culture, viral infection experiments, handling of blood samples, LC/MS/MS, next‑generation sequencing, etc.

Employment Type / Term

Fixed-term position: 1 year (renewal possible)

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly or daily wage: determined based on experience and consultation

• Research environment: state-of-the-art facilities; support available for conference participation

• Commuting allowance provided

• Full social insurance coverage

Work Location

Kumamoto University, Honjo District

Application Procedure

Please submit the following documents via email:

• Curriculum Vitae (with photo)

• List of research achievements

• Summary of past research (1–2 pages, A4)

• Contact information of references

Application Deadline

January 31, 2027 (The position may close once a candidate is selected.)

Contact Information

Kumamoto University Person in charge: Takamasa Ueno

uenolab5★kumamoto-u.ac.jp

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