Call for Applications
The Geodynamics Research Center (GRC) Fellowship
Ehime University
The GRC, Ehime University invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in the fields of deep
Earth and planetary science and high-pressure science as part of its efforts to promote advanced
research and human resource development. We are looking for young researchers who are highly
motivated to develop the cutting edge of deep Earth materials science through experimental andtheoretical researches in the fields of “Dynamical Earth Science”, “Deep Planetary Interior”, and“High Pressure Materials Science”, and who understand the activities of the GRC and are capable ofconducting research at an international level.
1. Open positions: Postdoctoral researcher
2. The number of positions: 1
3. Researches requested: Advanced researches in the structural properties, chemical compositions,dynamics, and evolution of the Earth and planetary interiors using theoretical methods based on
numerical simulations such as first-principles calculations, or experimental methods based on
ultrahigh-pressure experiments, synchrotron radiation/neutron experiments, spectroscopic
analyses, etc.
4. Term of appointment: Renewable annually (maximum 3 years)
5. Salary, insurance, and benefits: These will be paid in accordance with the University's regulations.
Salary will be equivalent to that of a JSPS Postdoctoral Fellow (PD).
6. Starting date: As soon as possible until the end of December, 2024
7. Qualifications: Applicants must have a doctoral degree at the time of appointment.
8. Application Documents:
i. A current curriculum vitae (with photograph and e-mail address)
ii. A list of research achievements (original papers, reviews, books, patents, and otherreferences)iii. Reprints of key publications (up to 3 reprints)
iv. A summary of research to date (approximately 1,500 words)
v. A summary of research plan after assuming the position (approximately 1,500 words)
vi. Name and contact information of one referencevii. Please indicate you preferential timing of appointment.

9. Application deadline: August 9 (Fri), 2024
10. Selection method: In principle, applicants will be screened on the basis of their application
documents, and in some cases, interviews will be conducted.
11. Submission address: Application documents should be submitted to the address below by e-mail.
Please include the applicant’s name in the file name.
Research Hub Section 2, Research, Innovation and Collaboration Division,Ehime University
E-mail: grc@stu.ehime-u.ac.jp
12. Correspondence:
Taku Tsuchiya
Geodynamics Research Center, Ehime University
E-mail: tsuchiya.taku.mg@ehime-u.ac.jp
Phone: +81-89-927-8198
13. Others:(1) The title of “specially-appointed assistant professor” could be granted upon review based onperformance.
(2) Selection is made in accordance with the purpose of the Basic Law for a Gender-Equal
Society, and efforts to realize a diversity research environment are promoted.
Childcare facilities: “Emika Kids” (Johoku Campus) and “Aiai Kids” (ShigenobuCampus, Faculty of Medicine Hospital Childcare Facility). Aiai Kids also has achildcare system for sick children.

School-age children’s day-care service: We provide childcare services for school-age
children during the long vacations in spring, summer, and winter. In addition, “AiaiKids” provides year-round care for schoolchildren.

(3) To protect personal information, personal information provided in the application form will
not be used for any purpose other than selection and recruitment. In addition, applications
will be kept strictly confidential. The name of one selected will be published on the Ehime
University website.