Faculty Positionin the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER), Osaka University

The Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) of Osaka University invites
Outlineapplications for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor positions inEconomics.

Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor
1. Position(tenured), or Professor (tenured)*The position will be decided based on the applicant’s qualifications.

2. Number of Positions

A few

3. Affiliation

Institute of Social and Economic Research

4. Work Location

Suita Campus (6-1, Mihogaoka, Ibaraki City, Osaka)

5. Specialized FieldAny fields in economics(1) Research in the areas described above(2) Teaching at the graduate level, either in the Graduate School of Economics or the Osaka

6. Responsibilities

School of International Public Policy, or at the undergraduate level, in the Center for
Education in Liberal Arts and Sciences of Osaka University(3) Administrative duties for the Institute and University (proficiency in Japanese is requiredfor administrative duties for tenured positions)[Essential]
A successful candidate must
(1) hold a degree equivalent to a Ph.D. and have a competitive publication record in

7. Qualifications

economics or related fields, for the tenured position of associate professor or professor.
(2) hold or expect to hold a degree equivalent to a Ph.D. in economics or related fields by
September 30, 2025, for the tenure-track position of assistant professor or associate professor.
(3) be able to teach in either English or Japanese.

8. Starting Date

June 1, 2025 or later (negotiable)
For tenure-track assistant professors and associate professors, the initial appointment is forfive years from the date of employment, with the first review by the end of the fourth year. If atenure is not granted at the first tenure review, the contract term may be extended once by
three years upon approval, and the second tenure review will be conducted by the end of the9. Term of Employment

seventh year from the initial appointment date. If the applicant passes either of the tenure
evaluations, the applicant will be granted a position with no fixed term of employment.
For tenured associate professors and professors, there is no fixed term of employment.
“Regulations Pertaining to Contract Period of National University Corporation Osaka
University Fixed-term Staff, etc.”

10. Probationary Period

6 monthsAbout Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (tenure-track)
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)
11. Employment Form

About Associate Professor (tenured), or Professor (tenured)
Based on “6. Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National
University Corporation Osaka University 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)
About Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (tenure-track)
Based on “47．Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University
Limited Term Staff Subject to New Annual Salary System”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html

12. Salary and Benefits
About Associate Professor (tenured), or Professor (tenured)
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*Required documents:(1) Cover letter(2) Curriculum vitae (including a list of research achievements; any format is acceptable.
Please specify the paper you wish to present in the job seminar in the curriculum vitae. If yousend letters of recommendation, please include the names and contact information of therecommenders.)(3) At least one research paper(4) Letters of reference from three or more recommenders are required for tenure-track
positions. The letters should be submitted directly by the letter writers.

14. Application
Documents*You can also attach optional documents such as teaching evaluation, and other materials
demonstrating the candidate's abilities.
*Depending on the status of the application, the applicant may be required to submit thefollowing documents:(1) Letter from a journal for each paper that is either forthcoming or has received a revision
request(2) A certificate of degree (doctorate or Ph.D.)*Personal information in the application documents will be used only for screening and hiring
purposes and will be kept confidential. Submitted application documents will not be returned.

15. Sending Address
and Contact

Submit all application documents via the following online form.

Information
1. Application documents:
https://ws.formzu.net/dist/S10023127/
2. Letters of reference:https://ws.formzu.net/dist/S48215205/
Must be submitted directly by the references.
If you encounter any technical problems with the online form, please contact the Recruiting
Committee via e-mail at <job_1@iser.osaka-u.ac.jp>
Contact Information:
Recruiting Committee
Institute of Social and Economic Research
Osaka University
6-1, Mihogaoka, Ibaraki City, Osaka 567-0047, JAPANe-mail: job_1@iser.osaka-u.ac.jp
TEL 81-6-6879-8552 FAX 81-6-6879-8584
16. Application
DeadlineMust arrive no later than November 15, 2024 (Japan Standard Time)The initial round of screening is based on the application documents. Applicants who pass this17. Selection Process

round will be invited for an interview and a job seminar (either in-person or online). Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.

About Assistant Professor (tenure-track), Associate Professor (tenure-track)
The detailed description of the work conditions can be found in “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 work conditions described herein are as of the day this employment offer isposted, and subject to change.

18. Additional
Information

About Associate Professor (tenured), or Professor (tenured)
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”.
Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged. Osaka University iscommitted to promoting gender equality and providing support for women.

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Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designated areas．

19. Recruiter

National University Corporation Osaka University