In response to a request by a fixed-term researcher belonging to RIKEN to continue to hire even after the maximum employment period has been reached, the institute responded by accepting applications for another fixed-term project. announced the policy.
Based on its employment regulations, RIKEN says, ``We do not conclude fixed-term employment contracts that exceed a total of 10 years,'' and 380 people, including fixed-term researchers, will expire at the end of this fiscal year.
In response, labor unions and some researchers at the research institute said, ``Based on the Labor Contract Act, if the employment period exceeds 10 years, it is possible for those who wish to change to employment without a fixed term.'' I am seeking continuation of employment as
In response to this, the institute announced a new countermeasure, allowing them to apply for another project with a fixed term scheduled to start next fiscal year, and if they pass the screening and are hired, they will be able to continue employment from the next fiscal year onwards. In addition, it is possible to apply for a change to employment without a term.
On the other hand, there is a possibility that the contract will not be renewed if the applicant does not apply or fails to pass the screening. and
Regarding this, the labor union of RIKEN said, ``The research theme that is publicly recruited does not always match the desired one.The contract should be revised so that it can be renewed according to achievements, etc., so that the research environment can be maintained.'' increase.