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

OutlineDivision of Mathematical Science, Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka
University is currently seeking applicants for a professor position in the Area of Statistical
Science. We are looking for a person who will lead the field of data science and statisticalmathematics in research and who will produce highly competent doctorates in education.
We also hope to find someone who can respond to machine learning methods and joint
research with companies. Inquiries about research content and policy are welcome.

1. Position

Professor

2. Number of Positions1 (One)Division of Mathematical Science, Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School ofEngineering Science
Concurrently, Mathematical Science Course, Department of Information and Computersciences, School of Engineering Science

3. Affiliation

4. Work Location

Toyonaka Campus (1-3 Machikaneyama, Toyonaka City, Osaka 560-8531)

5. Specialized Field

Data Science, Mathematical Statistics

6. Responsibilities

・Educational activities for graduate school students (Data Science, Mathematical Statistics)
and undergraduate students (Calculus, Linear algebra, Elementary Statistics, Mathematical
Statistics, Mathematical Programming, Fourier analysis etc.)
・Research and education guidance for undergraduate and graduate school students
・Operation of Division of Mathematical Science, Mathematical Science Course and Centerfor Mathematical Modeling and Data Science, Osaka University.

7. Qualifications(1) Candidates must have a doctoral degree and an excellent research record in the abovementioned fields, and can be expected to conduct education with enthusiasm.
(2) Candidates must have research interests in the theory and application in the fields,
preferably collaborative studies with substantive researchers.
(3) Candidates must actively contribute to the operation of Division of Mathematical
Science, Mathematical Science Course and Center for Mathematical Modeling and Data
Science, Osaka University.
(4) Candidates must have business level or above Japanese language.

8. Starting DateApril 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 (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

14. Application
Documents

15. Sending Address
and Contact
Information

Application documents must be written in English or Japanese and include(1) a resume with a photo, (2) a list of research achievements (books, original papers,international conference papers, and representative presentations at international
conferences and academic meetings, specifying whether they were peer-reviewed orinvited), (3) separate prints and explanations of 10 representative papers, (4) a list of awards
and a description of the awards, (5) membership in academic societies and positions, as wellas activities in society, (6) acquisition status of external funding such as scientific research
grants (for research directors only), (7) a research plan after assuming the position (within
two A4 pages), (8) educational achievements (lectures, exercises, etc., graduate student
teaching career (titles of papers and career paths)), (9) aspirations regarding education(within one A4 page), and (10) the names and contact information (employer, phone
number, and email address) of two referees for the candidate's achievements.
Please use the "Web Application" function of JREC-IN Portal to submit the specified
documents (including separate prints of papers) compressed into one file. (Applications by
postal service will not be accepted.)Contact Information: Professor Joe Suzuki
Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka
University, 1-3 Machikaneyama, Toyonaka City, Osaka 560-8531
e-mail: suzuki.jyou.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

June 30, 2023 (Japan Standard Time)

17. Selection Process

After reviewing the application documents, an interview will be conducted for those who pass
the document screening. Only those who pass the document screening will be notified of theinterview within eight weeks from the application deadline.
※ The applicants shall bear the travel and accommodation expenses for the interview. Online
interviews are available for those living abroad.
※ Please note that we will not inform you of the outcome of the document screening.
・ Refer to URL http://www.sigmath.es.osaka-u.ac.jp/
・ The successful candidate will also be a member of the Osaka University Center for
Mathematical and Data Science Education and Research(http://www-mmds.sigmath.es.osaka-u.ac.jp/)
・ If a suitable candidate cannot be found, the position may be re-posted.

18. AdditionalInformation

19. Recruiter

Other employment conditions are determined by the Osaka University regulations forfaculty and staff.
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/ja/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html
Please note that the above employment conditions are as of the time of posting thisrecruitment information and are subject to change.
We welcome active applications from female researchers. Osaka University promotes
gender equality and implements various support measures for female faculty members.
http://www.di.osaka-u.ac.jp/※ Smoking is generally prohibited on campus.
National University Corporation Osaka University