Hi guys,
I am graduating from my PhD in December and started applications for positions in Japan in biotech. I have applied to a couple jobs that pay 6 ~ 10 million yen in the Tokyo area. But I also found a Posdoc position in the Okinawa institute of science and technology that pays pretty well compared to other posdoc positions in Japan (6-7 million yen +housing. Basically I have a few questions: One, should I consider this position at the OIST? It seems easier to get into, but I am not sure if the work experience in this institute will be "useful" for future job applications, as posdocs are temporary. Also, is 7 million yen a good place to start as a PhD graduate (I am graduating from Caltech if that makes any difference) or should I look to squeeze a bit more money? Finally, how hard is to move from one job to another in Japan (Ive heard is not seen great, but maybe thats an outdated view)? Thanks!
by Fat-Pochita