Applications for RIKEN IMS Internship Program in Japan are now open for talented students and fellows from all around the world. During this paid internship program, young international scientists and researchers will carry out research activities related to integrative medical sciences in IMS laboratories. The purpose of RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences is to create innovative medical science which contributes positively to the future of human health.

IMS uses interdisciplinary studies to develop a new research area of integrative medical sciences which includes immunology and physiology, bioinformatics, genome-wide medical science, and molecular, biochemical and quantitative sciences. This internship in Japan for International Students will contribute to the research career development of students. Applicants are encouraged to select research topics which are appropriate to RIKEN IMS.

While applying for IMS internship program for master’s, PhD students, and postdoctoral fellows, applicants should demonstrate their interest to develop their research skills. RIKEN IMS medical research internship will provide platform to young researchers to identify the processes that control or distort body homeostasis and then utilize this knowledge in the development of new medicines, treatments, and therapies.

RIKEN IMS Internship Program in Japan:

Host Country:

•Japan

Host Organization:

•RIKEN Center for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS)

Program Location:

•Yokohama City, Japan

Program Duration:

•Between 1 to 3 months

Benefits of RIKEN IMS Internship Program in Japan:

•IMS Internship program is for both students and postdoctoral fellows.
•The program has 2 support categories:
•Category 1 is for students, which will include travel expenses, housing, and an allowance of 3000 yen per working day.
•Category 2 is for young postdoctoral fellows, which will include travel expenses and housing facility. It will not include any daily allowance.
•Applicants will have the opportunity to select their own host laboratories.
•Applicants will get a chance to conduct research in state-of-the-art Japanese research labs.

Eligibility Criteria for RIKEN IMS Internship Program in Japan:

•Candidates applying in Category 1 must be students studying in a master’s or PhD program or medical students at a level which is equivalent to a master’s student in Japan.
•Candidates applying in Category 2 must be young postdoctoral fellow who must have obtained their PhD degree within three years.
•Applicants of category 2 must be enrolled in an academic university or institution during the internship period.
•Incomplete and incorrect applications will not be accepted.

Documents required for RIKEN IMS Internship Program:

•Updated CV.
•Passport.
•Statement of purpose which includes research topics in RIKEN IMS (1-page A4 size).
•Research background (1-page A4 size).
•Your desired internship dates (1-3 months).
•GDPR Consent form (for EU and UK residents only).
•A recommendation letter that must be sent directly to the host team leader from the applicant’s
supervisor.