Post-doctoral Research Positions (starting from July 1, 2022 or later)

We are now recruiting a postdoc researcher

（updated on May 24, 2022; extended the deadline）

Position	Post-doctoral researcher (Research assistant professor*)
Lab	Ago Laboratory, Global Innovation Center (GIC), Kyushu University, Japan
Details	From September, 2022, we started a new MEXT project named "Science of 2.5 Dimensional Materials: Paradigm Shift of Materials Science Toward Future Social Innovation" (This is a Grant-in-Aid for Transformative Research Areas（A) of Minitisty of Education, Science, Sports, and Technology, Japan). In this '2.5D mateirlas' project, our lab focuses on the science of 2D nanospace formed by layered materials, such as bilayer graphene, to develop a new synthetic method of novel functional materials and also to observe new phenomena and unique physical properties. We also perform the research on the synthesis of high-quality, large-area 2D materials, such as h-BN, TMDCs, and exotic materials, to other members in this project. To develop this "2.5D project", we are seeking a top applicant who has a strong background in chemistry and/or materials science. In particular, an applicant who is familiar with TEM (and STEM) measurements is highly welcomed. The contract is 10 months (from June or July 2021 to March 2023), but it can be extended to March 2024, if the performance is good enough. *If the performance during the first year is satisfactory, the title "Research assistant professor" will be given from April 2023.
Deadline	Deadline of this application is May 31, 2022 (this may be extended)
Salary	4,000,000-5,000,000 yen/year depending on the experience
Application	Please send (1) your CV (should include a color photo) (2) publication list (3) 1-page research proposal (4) Names of two references to Prof. Hiroki Ago by email
Contact	E-mail: h-ago(at)gic.kyushu-u.ac.jp