Call for positions (team leader of RIKEN BSI)

[usuishiro@riken.jp]

Laboratory Head and Unit Leader Positions in the Area of “Creating the
Brain”

The RIKEN Brain Science Institute (BSI), Japan’s largest international
neuroscience institute, is seeking outstanding applicants for several
fulltime laboratory head and unit leader positions to develop its
interdisciplinary research area of “Creating the Brain”. This area
comprises a “Computational Neuroscience Group” that will focus on
developing computational theories that elucidate brain functions and
mechanisms, and a “Brain-Style Computing Group” that will aim towards
establishing new brain-style information technologies that utilize
computational theories modeling brain function.  The two groups will work 
in close collaboration, including joint research projects where beneficial.
The research topics of the new laboratories and units may include, for
example, computational neuroscience, brain-style robotics,
neuro-linguistics, neuromorphic engineering and mathematical neuroscience.
Applicants are encouraged to submit unique and creative research proposals
that fit within this research context.

New laboratory heads will be provided generous subsidies to organize teams
of　around 6 researchers and technical staff.  Units will also be provided
subsidies to build teams of around 3 members, and can be promoted to full
laboratory status based on successful review.  Employment contracts are
renewed annually though full support will be provided for the initial 5
years, after which renewal will depend on the results of a progress review
conducted by an international review committee.

Attractive remuneration packages will be available for suitably qualified
and experienced candidates with a record of achievement.  A benefits package
including health, pension, and subsidies for housing and relocation
expenses, is also provided.  Applicants living outside Japan are highly
encouraged to apply.  Successful candidates will be able to develop and
direct research plans that match the research objectives of the Creating the
Brain area, as well as possess a strong desire for interdisciplinary
research work.  Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication and
team-building skills are essential, in addition to a strong capacity for
working in multicultural environments.  More information about the institute
can be obtained at www.brain.riken.jp.  Inquiries can be directed to the
e-mail address below.

Applicants should send, fax or e-mail 1) research interests and project
proposal for work at BSI (max 2000 words), 2) a full curriculum vitae, 3)
publication list, 4) a statement highlighting main accomplishments, and 5)
names and addresses of three references to the address below.

Search Committee 22
RIKEN Brain Science Institute
2-1 Hirosawa Wako, Saitama 351-0198, Japan
FAX: +81-48-462-4796
E-mail: search22 at brain.riken.jp

Closing date: May 31, 2005

Shun-ichi Amari

Director, RIKEN Brain Science Institute
Laboratory for Mathematical Neuroscience Hirosawa 2-1, Wako-shi, Saitama
351-0198, Japan
+81-48-467-9669  fax +81-48-467-9687
amari at brain.riken.go.jp
http://www.bsis.brain.riken.go.jp/