Faculty Position in the Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka University

OutlineResearch Group of Statistical Inference, Division of Mathematical Science for Social
Systems, Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering Science,
Osaka University focuses on the study of theoretical statistics and its applications. The
research group is now seeking an academic staff who will contribute to the development ofmathematical statistics, machine learning, statistical science, data science and related fields
with an interest in both theory and practical applications. 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.

1. Position

Associate Professor (Lecturer)

2. Number of Positions

1 (One)3. Affiliation

Graduate School of Engineering Science(Division of Mathematical Science for Social Systems, Department of Systems Innovation)
School of Engineering Science(Mathematical Science Course, Department of Information and Computer Sciences)

4. Work Location

Toyonaka Campus (1-3 Machikaneyama, Toyonaka, Osaka, Japan)

5. Specialized Field

Mathematical statistics, machine learning, statistical science, data science

6. Responsibilities

7. Qualifications

・Research in the areas described above.
・Educational activities for undergraduate (Calculus, Linear algebra, Statistics,Mathematical statistics, Mathematical programming, Fourier Analysis etc.) and graduate
school students (Statistical science and its applications)・Research, education for undergraduate and graduate school students
・Administrative jobs in Graduate School of Engineering Science and Osaka University[Essential]
Applicants must have:(1) A doctoral degree(2) Excellent research achievements in the related field/s(3) Business level or above Japanese language proficiency(4) Ability to supervise classes in mathematics and statistics for undergraduate students inJapanese.

8. Starting Date

September 1, 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

9. Term ofEmployment

No Fixed Term (Until the end of the fiscal year at 65 years of age)

10. Probationary Period

6 months
Based on “6. Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National
University Corporation Osaka University Staff”

11. Employment Form

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)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 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. A Curriculum Vitae*Please use the university form for educational/research positions available at the following
website.
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/news/employ/links

14. Application
Documents

2. A list of research achievements (original papers, review papers, books, patents,presentations at international conferences)
3. Version Of Record of selected original papers (up to 5 papers, photocopies acceptable)
4. List of academic societies, research grants, awards, patents and educational experience(class titles, thesis titles you supervised)
5. Outline of research (within two A4 pages)
6. Outline of research plan after employment (within two A4 pages)
7. Outline of educational plan after employment (within one A4 pages)
8. List of two professional references (name, affiliation, position) and their complete contact
information*Personal information in the application documents will only be used for the purpose ofscreening and hiring procedures, and will not be disclosed to any third party.
*Submitted application documents will not be returned.
Send the application documents via the online submission system of JREC-IN Portal
https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekTop?ln=1

15. Sending Addressand Contact
Information

Combine multiple PDF files into a single ZIP file.
Contact Information :Prof. Dr. Masayuki Uchida
Tel: +81-6-6850-6465
E-mail: m.uchida.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
DeadlineMust arrive no later than April 15, 2024 (Japan Standard Time)

17. Selection Process

Document screening will be followed by interviews. Selected applicants will be notified
within four weeks after the application deadline.
*Travel and accommodation fees necessary for interviews are to be covered by the applicant.
For applicants residing overseas, the applicant may request an online interview.
*Please note that unsuccessful applicants will not be contacted.
・Concurrently working as a faculty member in the Center for the Mathematical Modelingand Data Science, Osaka University is expected.

18. Additional
Information

・The successful applicant will be responsible to work as a special staff in charge of foreign
students in School of Engineering Science, or as an administrator of the internal network
system of the Mathematical Science course.
・If a suitable candidate cannot be found, the position may be re-posted.
・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 isposted, and subject to change.
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 toSecurity 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.
https://www.di.osaka-u.ac.jp/*Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designatedareas．
19. Recruiter

National University Corporation Osaka University