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

OutlineCorrelated Molecular Functions Group, Division of Frontier Materials Science, Departmentof Materials Engineering Science, Graduate School of Engineering Science, OsakaUniversity studies the functions of molecular materials with open-shell electronic states. The
group is seeking an experimental researcher who will actively challenge the creation ofcorrelated magnetic-photonic-electric functions and dynamics unique to open-shellelectronic states based on the synthesis of new materials, and pioneer the frontiers of therelevant fields with a flexible attitude.
The successful applicant will be responsible for not only conducting research but alsoteaching liberal arts, and other subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Inquiries regarding this position are welcome.

1. Position

Associate Professor

2. Number of Positions

1 (One)Graduate School of Engineering Science(Division of Frontier Materials Science, Department of Materials Engineering Science)

3. Affiliation
4. Work Location

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

5. Specialized Field

Synthetic chemistry, Solid state chemistry, Coordination chemistry

6. Responsibilities

・Research in the areas described above.
・Educational activities for undergraduate and graduate school students
・Administrative jobs in Graduate School of Engineering Science and Osaka University.
[Essential]

7. Qualifications

Applicants must have:(1) A doctoral degree or equivalent professional expertise and/or achievement in the above
field/s(2) Excellent research achievements in the related field/s(3) Business level or above Japanese language proficiency[Preferred]
Applicants with experience of experimental research on spin-photon correlated functions

8. Starting Date

July 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 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

15. Sending Addressand ContactInformation

2. A list of research achievements (original papers, review papers, books, patents,presentations at international conferences)
3. Reprints of major original papers (up to 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. 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 of
screening and hiring procedures, and will not be disclosed to any third party.
Please submit by e-mail: kusamoto.tetsuro.es@osaka-u.ac.jp*Write “Application for Associate Professor in Graduate School of Engineering Science” inthe subject line.
*Attach the application documents in PDF format (password protected).
*Please send the password in a separate e-mail.
Contact Person: Professor Tetsuro Kusamoto
Tel: +81-6-6850-6245
E-mail: kusamoto.tetsuro.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

The application documents must arrive no later than April 12, 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 those mentioned above, 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. AdditionalInformation“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