May 1, 2025
The Bioinformatics Laboratory is actively seeking talented postdoctoral researchers to join our team. Please review our ongoing research projects to identify areas that align with your expertise and research interests.
For more information, please see the details below. Feel free to email Jordan if you have any questions.
What is the JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship?
The JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship is a prestigious program funded by the Japanese government to support outstanding early-career researchers from overseas across a wide range of scientific fields.
The Standard Program provides PhD holders with an opportunity to conduct collaborative research at Japanese universities and research institutions for a period of 12 to 24 months. The fellowship includes a tax-free monthly allowance of ¥362,000, round-trip airfare, and a settling-in allowance of up to ¥200,000.
This financial support provides assistance with living expenses in the Tokyo metropolitan area offering a relatively affordable living environment. For reference, see the estimated cost of living in Tokyo.
How to Apply for the JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship
An advance joint application, including an original research proposal, is required from the Host Researcher in Japan (our laboratory) and the Foreign Candidate (you). Applications are submitted either (1) directly to JSPS or (2) through a Nominating Authority (for eligible countries only) and undergo a competitive selection process.
1. JSPS General Recruitment Application
Standard Program: Current Application Schedule
- 1st Recruitment — JSPS Application Deadline in late August
- 2nd Recruitment — JSPS Application Deadline in late April
Note: the Institutional application deadline is usually 2-3 weeks before the JSPS deadline
See also: Short-term (PE)
2. JSPS Foreign Nominating Authority (Recommended)
This JSPS application channel has a higher acceptance rate, but it is only available in selected countries. Please check whether your country of citizenship is included in the List of Nominating Authorities.
Other Funded Fellowships
For postdocs interested in working with us in Japan with funding from around the world, several global programs are available beyond JSPS. The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Global Fellowships (EU) and the Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) (international) support research stays in Japan. From the United States, organizations like the NIH, NSF, and Fulbright Program offer fellowships or grants for international research collaboration. The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (Germany) also allows research stays abroad, including Japan, under certain conditions. Additionally, programs from Canada’s NSERC, Australia’s ARC, and funding bodies in countries like India (SERB), China (CSC), South Korea (NRF), and Brazil (CNPq) may support overseas postdoctoral research, often requiring a host institution in Japan.
Many additional funding options not listed above may also be available. Some private foundations—such as the Canon Foundation in Europe, the Toyota Foundation, and the Hitachi Fellowships—also support international researchers conducting work in Japan.
Please explore the above or other relevant funding options and feel free to get in touch.