Assistant Professor Position Announcement at Iwate University, Facultyof Agriculture, Molecular Life Medical Sciences Course
Iwate University http://www.agr.iwate-u.ac.jp/
Field of Study: Life Sciences - Biological Molecular Chemistry
Position: Assistant Professor for woman (Tenure-Track) - Full-time - No Probation
PeriodJob Description:··Background and Project Explanation: The Faculty of Agriculture at Iwate
University is planning to reorganize in April 2025. The new Department of Life
Sciences will consist of the Molecular Life Functions Course and theMolecular Life Medical Sciences Course. The latter aims to elucidate lifephenomena at the molecular level, from microorganisms to humans, applying
this knowledge to solve food issues, improve health and hygiene, and prevent
diseases, thereby enhancing the Quality of Life (QOL).
Duties and Responsibilities: We are seeking a highly motivated researcher inthe field of biological molecular chemistry, specifically in chemicalcommunication and the chemical analysis of bioactive substances (womenonly). Responsibilities include lectures and practical exercises such as"Introduction to Life Sciences," "Molecular Life Medical Sciences
Experiment," and "Molecular Life Medical Sciences Information I," along withsome general education or foundational courses. Additionally, guidance ofundergraduate and master's students is expected. After tenure is granted,
the appointee will independently handle these courses and also teachgraduate-level courses. If tasked with general education, the appointee will
create on-demand content and video syllabi. The role also welcomes thosecapable of providing integrated education across undergraduate and graduatelevels (master’s and doctoral programs over a five-year span).
This recruitment aligns with our commitment to gender equality and is basedon Article 8 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, exclusively forwomen.

Department: New Department of the Faculty of Agriculture (to be established inApril 2025)
Position: Assistant Professor for woman
Research Area: Life Sciences - Biological Molecular Chemistry
Salary:··Annual Salary: ¥5,000,000 ~ ¥7,000,000
Salary and allowances are based on university regulations (annual salarysystem, with retirement allowance paid upon retirement).

Working Hours:···

Working Hours: 08:30-17:15
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New YearholidaysSpecialized discretionary labor system, deemed working hours of 7 hours and45 minutes per day

Application Requirements:
Qualifications:··

Educational Background and Degrees: Ph.D. (to be obtained by theappointment date)Specific conditions:
1. Holds or will obtain a Ph.D. in biological molecular chemistry by theappointment date with outstanding achievements in the field.
2. Capable and willing to handle the specified lectures and practical
exercises, and actively participate in course, department, and faculty
operations.
3. Committed to societal applications of research outcomes andtechnology transfer to industry.

Employment Type: Full-timeContract Duration:

··Tenure-Track
Initial term is five years with a mid-term evaluation after three years andtenure review seven months before the term ends. If tenure-track goals aremet, tenure (Assistant Professor, without term) will be granted.

Location:·Iwate University Faculty of Agriculture, 3-18-8 Ueda, Morioka, Iwate, 0208550, Japan

Benefits:······

Complying with the National University Corporation Iwate University
Employment Regulations
Specialized discretionary labor system
Annual salary system with performance bonuses and other allowances (e.g.,family, housing, commuting allowances) if applicable
Enrollment in social insurance: MEXT mutual aid association, employees'
pension, employment insurance, and industrial accident insurance
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end and New Yearholidays, summer vacation
Smoke-free campus

Support for Young Faculty:·Start-up research funds (up to ¥2,000,000 for two years) for tenure-track
faculty

Support for Women Faculty:·

Support initiatives for women researchers
https://diversity.iwate-u.ac.jp/support/womenreserchers/

Recruitment Information:
Number of Positions: 1 (women only) Starting Date: April 1, 2025
Application Period:

·March 5, 2024 - September 30, 2024 (must be received by this date)

Application Method:·Application Documents (specified format):o Curriculum Vitae: Electronic submissiono List of Achievements: Electronic submissiono Other required documents: Convert documents (1)-(7) to PDF (10 MBor less) and send as email attachments to the specified email address.
o Email subject should be "Affiliation, Name, Faculty Application
Documents."

Required Documents:
1. CV (free format, include email address)
2. List of research achievements (classify as original articles, reviews, books,patents, and other references)
3. Summary of external funding obtained
4. Up to three major reprints
5. Summary of past educational and research activities (approx. 2 A4 pages)
6. Aspirations for education and research after appointment (approx. 1 A4 page)
7. Names, affiliations, and contact details of 2-3 referees (include emailaddresses)
Submission Email: mmasao@iwate-u.ac.jp
Selection and Notification:··

Selection Process: Document review, followed by presentation and interview.
In line with the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, women
will be given priority when achievements are equal. Travel expenses for theselection process must be borne by the applicant.
Notification Method: Via email

Contact Information: Iwate University Faculty of Agriculture, Molecular Life Medical
Sciences Course Faculty Selection Committee Chair: Masao Miyazaki Tel: +81-196216154 Email: mmasao@iwate-u.ac.jp