The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) is currently accepting applications for PhD positions in all fields. In particular, there are opportunities in the Gravity, Quantum Geometry and Field Theory Unit headed by Reiko Toriumi, which focuses on the random geometric, perturbative and non-perturbative quantum and statistical field theoretic approaches to quantum gravity, and in the Qubits and Spacetime Unit led by Philipp Höhn, which focuses on research at the interface of quantum gravity, quantum information and foundations.  OIST has a central admission scheme and the next deadline is April 1st for admission in September 2021. More information and the link to the application portal can be found under https://admissions.oist.jp/apply-phd
. Research related inquiries may be directed at Philipp Höhn (philipp.hoehn@oist.jp) or Reiko Toriumi (reiko.toriumi@oist.jp), general questions on the admissions process and OIST's graduate program should be addressed at admissions@oist.jp.

Candidates are considered for admission without regard to gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, medical condition, race, ethnicity, ancestry, culture, national origin, religion, or marital status. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.