Recruitment of Assistant Professor

Osaka University, Japan

Updated: about 1 month ago
Deadline: 05 Jun 2026

27 Feb 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Osaka University
Department

Graduate School of Engineering Science
Research Field

Mathematics
Geosciences
Chemistry
Astronomy
Physics
Engineering
Technology
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
Application Deadline

5 Jun 2026 - 23:59 (UTC)
Country

Japan
Type of Contract

Permanent
Job Status

Not Applicable
Hours Per Week

See description
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

[Background of the recruitment and description of the project]
* Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The Experimental Research Group for Coherence of Nanoscale Materials of Division of Frontier Materials Science, Department of Materials Engineering Science, Graduate School of Engineering Science, The University of Osaka is studying optical physics and optical engineering to reveal and control the fundamental properties of nanoscale materials. The current research area includes optical control and manipulation of material motions. The laboratory is seeking an academic staff member who has a flexible attitude and can contribute to developing and harnessing the strength of the laboratory’s research. The successful applicant will be responsible for not only conducting research but also teaching liberal arts, and other subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Inquiries regarding this position are welcome.

[Work content and job description]
・Research in photophysics of condensed matter
・Educational activities for undergraduate and graduate school students
・Administrative jobs in Graduate School of Engineering Science and Osaka University

* Assigned department
Existing departments

[Work location]
* Address
560-8531 Osaka 1-3 Toyonaka, Toyonaka-city

[Number of hired]
Number of hired:1 person(s)
Hiring date:2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting date:2026-10-01 00:00:00
Job content supplemental explanation:As soon as possible thereafter


Where to apply
Website
https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=0&ln=1&id=D126021019&ln_jor=1

Requirements
Additional Information
Benefits

[Compensation]
Annual salary:5 million yen
Wages description:Based on “47．Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University Limited Term Staff Subject to New Annual Salary System” https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html
Working hours:08:30-17:15
Break time:12:15-13:00
Employment type:Regular employee
Contract period:Nontenured
Contract period description:From the starting date to March 31, 2030 (There will be no contract renewal after the period ends).
*The maximum cumulative contract term is based on “Regulations Pertaining to Contract Period of National University Corporation Osaka University Fixed-term Staff, etc.”
Probationary period:Probationary period present
Probationary period description:Trial period 6 months

[Various systems]

[Insurance]
Employees' Health Insurance:available
Employees' Pension Insurance:available
Worker's accident insurance:available
Employment insurance:available

[Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace]
Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designated areas.

[Supplementary explanation of compensation]
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.


Additional comments

After employment, the affiliation, work location, and responsibilities may be subject to change within the limits set by the University.
“Deemed exports" related to security export control are based on “Regulations Pertaining to Security Export Control”.
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.


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Osaka University
Country
Japan
City
Osaka

STATUS: EXPIRED

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