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

Outline

The Nanostructure Physics group in the Division of Advanced Electronics and OpticalScience, Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School of Engineering Science,
Osaka University is studying physics of surface and interface, film, and nanostructures. The
current research area includes the growth of films, nanomaterials, and nanostructures ofsemiconductors (Group IV element materials, oxide materials, compound materials such as
SiC and silicide) as well as thermeoelectric and piezoelectric materials, and their device
application. The research focuses on the development of new nanostructures andnanomaterials leading to functional materials, seeking physics of new phenomena, and theirapplication in novel devices.
The group is seeking an academic staff member who has a flexible attitude and cancontribute to developing and harnessing the strength of the laboratory’s research. The
successful applicant will be responsible for not only conducting research but also forteaching liberal arts and other subjects related to electronics at the undergraduate andgraduate levels. Inquiries regarding this position are welcome.

1. Position

Lecturer

2. Number of Positions

1 (One)Graduate School of Engineering Science(Division of Advanced Electronics and Optical Science, Department of Systems Innovation)

3. Affiliation
4. Work Location

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

5. Specialized Field

Physics of surface/interface and nanostructure film

6. Responsibilities

・Research in the areas described above.
・Educational activities for undergraduate and graduate school students[Essential]

7. Qualifications

Applicants must have:(1) A doctoral degree(2) Excellent research achievements in the related field/s(3) Business level or above Japanese and English language proficiency[Preferred]
Applicants with experience of supervising students at the undergraduate and graduate level

8. Starting Date

January 1, 2025 (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, invited
presentations, presentations at international conferences)
3. Reprints of major original papers (4 copies, photocopies acceptable)
4. A list and an outline of awards and prizes
5. An outline of research and education achievements (within two A4 pages)
6. A research plan and educational aspirations (within two A4 pages)
7. A list of acquired competitive research funds
8. Name, affiliation, and contact information of two professional references who are willing
to be contacted*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.
Please submit by e-mail:nakamura.yoshiaki.es@osaka-u.ac.jp*Write “Application for lecturer in Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate School ofEngineering Science” in the subject line.
*Attach the application documents in PDF format (with full security countermeasures).
If any difficulty in submitting by e-mail, please submit by postal service:

15. Sending Address
and ContactInformation

Attention: Professor Yoshiaki Nakamura
Division of Advanced Electronics and Optical Science, Department of SystemsInnovation, Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka University
1-3 Machikaneyama, Toyonaka-City, Osaka, 560-8531 JAPAN*Please write “Application for lecturer in Department of Systems Innovation, Graduate
School of Engineering Science” on the front of the envelope in red ink.
*Applications should be sent by registered mail or courier enclosing a hard copy of theapplication form and an electronic medium (e.g., USB memory stick or CD-R/DVD-R)
containing the electronic files of all application forms.
*Submitted application documents will not be returned.
Contact Person: Professor Yoshiaki Nakamura
Tel: +81-6-6850-6315
E-mail: nakamura.yoshiaki.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

August 19, 2024 (Japan Standard Time)

17. Selection Process

Document screening will be followed by interviews. Selected applicants will be notified
within two 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.

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 tochange within the limits set by the University.
18. Additional
Information“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