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

OutlineDivision of Chemistry, Department of Materials Engineering Science, Graduate School ofEngineering Science, Osaka University is engaged in researches involving broad disciplinesof chemical science and technology, including development of synthetic methods, creation of
new materials with intelligent functions, and exploration of molecular organizations onsurfaces as well as in biological systems.
The division is seeking an organic chemist who is an expert on experimental development of
new synthetic transformations and will explore a new discipline of synthetic organicchemistry. The successful candidate will do research and teaching in the Division ofChemistry, Department of Materials Engineering Science. The successful applicant will beresponsible for not only conducting research but also teaching subjects in organic chemistryat the undergraduate and graduate levels. Inquiries regarding the research content and policy
are welcome.

1. Position

Professor

2. Number of Positions

1 (One)3. Affiliation

Graduate School of Engineering Science(Division of Chemistry, Department of Materials Engineering Science)

4. Work Location

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

5. Specialized Field

Organic Chemistry (particularly, reaction development based on experimental chemistry)

6. Responsibilities

7. Qualifications

・Research in the areas described above.
・Educational activities for undergraduate and graduate school students
・Teaching assignments in organic chemistry for undergraduate (Course of Chemistry,Department of Chemical Science and Engineering) and graduate classes
・Administrative jobs in Graduate School of Engineering Science and Osaka University.
[Essential](1) The applicant must hold a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) and conduct research andteaching with enthusiasm.
(2) Japanese and English language proficiency for research and educational activities,giving lectures and administrative work is required.
(3) The applicant must have excellent research achievements in the related field/s.

8. Starting Date

April 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

12. Salary and Benefits*The Discretionary Labor System, Special Work Type will be applied (deemed working
hours: 8 hours a day)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 thefollowing 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, research funds)
3. Reprints of major original papers (10 or less copies, photocopies acceptable)
4. A list and an outline of awards and prizes
5. An outline of research achievements (within three A4 pages) and research plan (within twoA4 pages)
6. Educational aspirations including educational backgrounds and teaching experiences(within two A4 pages)
7. Name, affiliation, and contact information of two professional referees who are willing tobe 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.
*Submitted application documents will not be returned.
Please submit by e-mail:shintani.ryo.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

15. Sending Address
and ContactInformation*Write “Application for Professor in Graduate School of Engineering Science” in the subjectline.
*Attach the application documents in PDF format (with full security countermeasures).
Contact Person: Professor Ryo Shintani
Tel: +81-6-6850-6230 E-mail: shintani.ryo.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

17. Selection Process

October 10, 2023 (Japan Standard Time)
Document screening will be followed by interviews. Selected applicants will be notified
within two months 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. WorkRegulations 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.
18. Additional
Information

We welcome applications from highly motivated female candidates.
Osaka University is committed to promoting gender equality and providing various supports
for female academic staff members.
http://www.di.osaka-u.ac.jp/en_lp/*Osaka University campuses and related facilities are smoke-free, except for designatedareas．
19. Recruiter

National University Corporation Osaka University