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Faculty Position in the Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
Faculty Position in the Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University
Outline | Division of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University is currently accepting applications for the position of Professor. This position requires a commitment to research and educational activities in the fields of organic chemistry and organic chemistry-based interdisciplinary area. The successful candidate will be responsible for not only research but also education at undergraduate and graduate levels. Inquiries concerning the research contents and policy are welcome. |
1. Position | Professor |
2. Number of Positions | 2 (Two) |
3. Affiliation | Graduate School of Engineering (Materials Chemistry Course, Division of Applied Chemistry) |
4. Work Location | Suita Campus (2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita-City, Osaka, Japan) |
5. Specialized Field | Materials chemistry based on physical chemistry and/or inorganic chemistry, such as Electrochemistry, inorganic solid chemistry |
6. Responsibilities | (1) Research in the above-mentioned specialized fields (2) Educational activities in both Japanese and English, including lectures, seminars, and student supervision, in Division of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Science Course, Division of Applied Science, Center for Education in Liberal Arts and Sciences, and other related departments (3) University and department administration and management |
7. Qualifications | [Essential] An applicant must have: (1) Ph.D. or equivalent in related fields (2) Outstanding research achievements in the specialized fields (3) Ability to teach at graduate and undergraduate levels (4) English and Japanese language proficiencies sufficient to fulfill the above-mentioned work duties |
8. Starting Date | April 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter) |
9. Term of Employment | No fixed term (Until the end of the fiscal year at 65 years of age) |
10. Probationary Period | 6 months |
11. Employment Form | Based on “6. Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National University Corporation Osaka University Staff” https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html *The Discretionary Labor System, Special Work Type will be applied (deemed working hours: 8 hours a day) |
12. Salary and Benefits | Based on “18.Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University Staff Subject to New Annual Salary System” https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html |
13. Insurance | Medical insurance and employee’s pension insurance of the Federation of National Public Service Personnel Mutual Aid Associations, Employment Insurance and Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance |
14. Application Documents | Applications must be written in English or Japanese and include the following. 1. A Curriculum Vitae (photo attached) *Please use the university form for educational/research positions available at the following website. https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/employment/links/ 2. A list of research achievements and academic publications (please categorize publications into original papers, books, review papers, tutorial papers, and patents, among others.) 3. A list of 10 of your major original papers and reprints of each of them (photocopies acceptable) 4. A list of invited presentations 5. A list of affiliated academic societies 6. Titles and outlines of prizes and awards you have received 7. Grants received in the last five years (indicate whether you are the research representative or a co-researcher) 8. A summary of your past research and a future research plan (up to four A4-size pages) 9. A summary of your past educational activities (including a list of courses you have taught and you are able to teach) and a statement of your educational aspirations (up to two A4-size pages) 10. A list of social activities (e.g., committee member of governmental projects, chair of international conferences, editor of scientific journals, etc.) 11. Names and contact information of three referees *Submitted application documents will not be returned. *Submitted application documents will only be used for the purpose of application screening and hiring procedures. |
15. Sending Address and Contact Information | Please submit by postal mail or e-mail (oversea only) Professor Hidehiro Sakurai Division of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University 2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, JAPAN *Send application documents by registered mail. *Include both printed documents and electronic media (i.e. USB flash drive or DVD) that contain the above-listed 11 items. The 11 items should be saved as 14 files in pdf format with file names indicated below: 1 → YourName_01_CV.pdf 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 → YourName_02_achievements.pdf 3 → YourName_03_publist.pdf YourName_03_paper01.pdf YourName_03_paper02.pdf YourName_03_paper03.pdf ······ YourName_03_paper10.pdf 8, 9, 10, 11 → YourName_04_summary.pdf Contact Person: Professor Hidehiro Sakurai Tel: +81-6-6879-4591 E-mail: hsakurai@chem.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp |
16. Application Deadline | October 31, 2024 (Japan Standard Time) |
17. Selection Process | After documents have been reviewed, only selected applicants will be interviewed. The applicant may be requested to make a presentation in the interview if necessary. *Selected applicants will be notified within eight weeks after the deadline. Please note that unsuccessful applicants after initial screening will not be contacted. *Travel and accommodation fees necessary for interviews are to be covered by the applicant. |
18. Additional Information | Concerning work conditions other than the above-mentioned, please refer to “3. Work Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University Staff” and/or related regulations. https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html Please note the above-mentioned work conditions are as of the day this employment offer is posted, and subject to change. We also particularly encourage applications from female candidates. Osaka University is committed to promoting gender equality and providing various supports for female academic staff members. https://www.di.osaka-u.ac.jp/ *Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designated areas. |
19. Recruiter | National University Corporation Osaka University |