Faculty Position in theCenter for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology,
Osaka University
Specially Appointed Associate Professor (full-time), Specially Appointed Associate Professor(Lecturer) (full-time), Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (full-time), Specially AppointedResearcher (full-time)
The Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology (QIQB) at Osaka University
consists of six research domains: Quantum Computing, Transdisciplinary Quantum Science,
Quantum Information Devices, Quantum Communication and Security, Quantum Biology
and Quantum Sensing. QIQB promotes research in each of these fields and fosters
interdisciplinary research among these fields and with other academic disciplines.
Outline

The position being advertised is for a Limited-Term Specially Appointed Associate
Professor (full-time), Specially Appointed Associate Professor (Lecturer) (full-time),
Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (full-time) or a Specially Appointed Researcher(full-time) to be employed under the project Adopting Sustainable Partnerships forInnovative Research Ecosystem (ASPIRE https://www.jst.go.jp/aspire/en/). The successful
candidate will conduct research on quantum sensing in collaboration with universities
abroad.
Job ID: AS_2407

1. Position
2. Number of Positions
3. Affiliation

Specially Appointed Associate Professor (full-time), Specially Appointed Associate
Professor (Lecturer) (full-time), Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (full-time),
Specially Appointed Researcher (full-time)
The position title will be determined based on the experience of the applicant.
1 (One)Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology (QIQB), Osaka University
https://qiqb.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/

4. Work Location

Toyonaka Campus (1-2 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka-City, Osaka, Japan)

5. Specialized Field

Not specified

6. Responsibilities

7. Qualifications

The successful candidate will undertake research on quantum sensing and quantum biology
in cooperation with universities abroad, promoted through Adopting Sustainable
Partnerships for Innovative Research Ecosystem (ASPIRE). Specifically, the successful
candidate will conduct research on the development of hyperpolarization technology for
nuclear spins, the development of long-lived states of nuclei, and research on metabolic
reactions related to quantum biology in cooperation with Ulm University in Germany andother universities. It is expected that the successful candidate will spend an extended periodof time at Ulm University (for example, a number of 3-month stints for a total of more than
1 year).
Those hired as a Specially Appointed Associate Professor (full-time), Specially Appointed
Associate Professor (Lecturer) (full-time), or a Specially Appointed Assistant Professor(full-time) will also be expected to perform educational duties related to research projects.
[Essential]
Applicants must have:(1) A Doctoral degree or be expected to have one by the time of appointment(2) Applicants from all backgrounds can apply but they should have research experience andthey must be willing to undertake the activities outlined above(3) Business-level or above Japanese/English proficiency

8. Starting Date

1 October 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

9. Term ofEmployment

From the starting date to 31 March 2025.

*Following completion of the term, the contract may be extended subject to a performance
evaluation. However, there is a limit until the end of March 2029 when this project will end.
(The total contract period is based on “73. Regulations Pertaining to Contract Period of
National University Corporation Osaka University Fixed-term Staff, etc.”)
10. Probationary Period

6 months

11. Employment Form

Based on “38. Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National
University Corporation Osaka University Limited Term Staff”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html*The Discretionary Labor System, Special Work Type will be applied with the applicant’sconsent (Deemed working hours: 8 hours a day)Based on “48. Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University
Limited Term Staff (Specially Appointed Staff, etc.) Subject to Annual Salary System”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html
Remuneration (per annum, monthly payments of one-twelfth of annual salary)

12. Salary and Benefits

Specially Appointed Associate Professor (full-time) ¥7,713,600~
Specially Appointed Associate Professor (Lecturer) (full-time) ¥6,228,900~
Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (full-time) ¥5,245,200~
Specially Appointed Researcher (full-time) ¥4,851,900~
Commuting allowance will be paid but bonuses and allowances for housing, dependency, andretirement are included in the above-mentioned annual salary and will not be paid separately.
*Remuneration will be decided according to the responsibilities assigned based on theapplicant’s qualifications.

13. Insurance

Medical insurance and employee’s pension insurance of the Federation of National PublicService Personnel Mutual Aid Associations, Employment Insurance and Industrial Accident
Compensation Insurance
Applications must be written in English or Japanese and include the following:1.

14. Application
Documents

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A Curriculum Vitae (include your name, current address, phone number, e-mailaddress, date of birth, educational background (from high school onwards), licenses,
educational qualifications, work experience, prizes and awards, details ofmemberships of associations, and your desired position title.)
Research achievements: Original papers, commentaries/reviews, books, patents,
presentations at domestic and international conferences
An outline of your research to date (a maximum of 2 A4 pages)
Materials demonstrating your English proficiency (copies of transcripts of TOEFL,TOEIC, Eiken, etc., and/or an explanation of experience abroad or work experience
using English, etc.)

Personal information from application documents will be used for the purpose of screening
applicants and other procedures after employment and will not be disclosed to any third party.
Send applications to the email address below.
Subject of the email: QIQB ASPIRE, “position title” “applicant’s name”
15. Sending Address
and Contact
Information

Please take the necessary security precautions when sending attachments by email.
<Contact person>
Koichiro Miyanishi, Center for Quantum Information and Quantum Biology
Email: miyanishi.koichiro.qiqb☆osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

replace ☆ with ＠Applications will close as soon as the position is filled.

17. Selection Process

Document screening will be followed by interviews. Only applicants who pass the document
screening will progress to the interview stage.
Interviews will, in practice, be held online. If an in-person interview is held, travel andaccommodation fees necessary for interviews are to be covered by the applicant.
*Please note that unsuccessful applicants will not be contacted.
Concerning work conditions other than the above-mentioned, please refer to “36. Work
Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University Limited Term 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 isposted, and are subject to change.
In principle, there will be no changes to the affiliation, work location, or responsibilities afteremployment.

18. AdditionalInformation“Deemed exports" related to security export control are based on “Regulations Pertaining toSecurity Export Control”.
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/kitei/reiki_honbun/u035RG00000780.html
We particularly encourage applications from female candidates.
Osaka University is committed to promoting gender equality and providing various support
services for female academic staff members.
http://www.di.osaka-u.ac.jp/en_lp/*Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designatedareas．

19. Recruiter

National University Corporation Osaka University