Summary
The Institute for Chemical Reaction Design and Discovery (ICReDD) at Hokkaido University is inviting applications for one Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Ogawa Group. The institute is part of Japan’s prestigious World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI) and focuses on advancing interdisciplinary research by integrating computational, information, and experimental sciences. The selected researcher will contribute to cutting-edge projects in chemical biology and drug discovery. This recruitment is open exclusively to women, in accordance with Japan’s Equal Employment Opportunity Act.
Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 at Hokkaido University, Japan
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow (Ogawa Group)
Job Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hokkaido University – Institute for Chemical Reaction Design and Discovery (ICReDD) |
| Position | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Job Type | Full-time, Contract |
| Employment Duration | 1 year (renewable annually, extendable up to March 31, 2028, subject to funding and performance) |
| Starting Date | Earliest after January 1, 2027 (Negotiable) |
| Work Location | Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan |
| Salary | Annual Salary System (As per Hokkaido University regulations) |
| Application Mode | |
| Application Deadline | August 25, 2026 (JST) |
Research Area
Research Area: Chemical Biology, Drug Discovery, and Molecular Therapeutics
- Chemical Biology
- Drug Discovery
- Chemical Reaction Design
- Molecular Targeted Drug Development
- Caged Compounds
- Interdisciplinary Computational and Experimental Sciences
Location
Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Eligibility/Qualification
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a PhD degree by the time of appointment.
- Have an excellent research record with quality publications in relevant fields.
- Demonstrate strong motivation to conduct interdisciplinary research integrating computational, information, and experimental sciences.
- Possess excellent English communication and scientific writing skills.
- This position is open exclusively to women, in accordance with Article 8 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.
Job Description
The selected Postdoctoral Fellow will join the Ogawa Group at ICReDD and work on interdisciplinary research projects involving:
- Design and development of caged compounds.
- Development of molecular targeted drugs.
- Conducting collaborative research integrating computational, information, and experimental sciences.
- Publishing research findings in international journals.
- Contributing to innovative research in chemical biology and drug discovery.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare the following documents in English:
- Curriculum Vitae (with photograph)
- Complete list of research activities and publications
- List of up to five major publications with summary, role, and citation count
- One-page summary of previous and current research
- One-page statement describing future research and educational plans at ICReDD
- Contact details of two referees
Email the application documents to:
Email Subject: Application for Postdoctoral Fellow in ICReDD (Ogawa group)
Last Date for Apply
August 25, 2026 (JST)
