Specially Appointed Faculty Position inthe Graduate School of Engineering Science, Osaka University

Outline1. Position
2. Number of Positions
3. Affiliation

The Ogata Laboratory, under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science andTechnology's International Advanced Research "Structural Metallic Materials Managing
Ultra High Strength and Large Ductility by High-Order Control of Deformation (20232029) " (PI: Nobuhiro Tsuji, Kyoto University), is seeking faculty members to promote thisresearch. In this study, the Ogata Laboratory at Osaka University, the Tsuji Laboratory atKyoto University, the A. Minor Laboratory at the University of California, Berkeley, the J.
Li Laboratory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the D. Rodney Laboratory at theUniversity of Lyon, France, and the X. Huang Laboratory at Chongqing University in China
will collaborate to conduct world-leading research using both experiments and computations(theory). At the same time, this project will also focus on developing young, versatile talents
who can advance research integrating experimental and computational approaches (fordetails about this international leading research project, see(https://kaken.nii.ac.jp/file/KAKENHI-PROJECT23K20033/23K20033_saitaku_gaiyo_en.pdf)
This public recruitment seeks individuals who will belong to the Ogata Laboratory androbustly drive this international leading research in collaboration with the aforementioned
domestic and international laboratories, especially focusing on data science, machinelearning, material deformation theory, and material simulation, and who can also contributeto the development of young talents.
Specially Appointed Associate Professor (Full-time), Specially Appointed Associate
Professor (Lecturer) (Full-time) or Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (Full-time)*It will be decided according to the responsibilities assigned based on the applicant’squalifications.
1 (One)Graduate School of Engineering Science
Division of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechanical Science andBioengineering, (Ogata Laboratory)

4. Work Location

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

5. Specialized Field

Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Materials Science, Mechanics of Materials
and Solid Mechanics

6. Responsibilities

Research and Education on MEXT International Advanced Research KAKENHI Project"Structural Metallic Materials Managing Ultra High Strength and Large Ductility by HighOrder Control of Deformation"[Essential]

7. Qualifications

Applicants must have:(1) A doctoral degree(2) Excellent research achievements in the above-mentioned research fields or the related
fields(3) High level of English proficiency required to work with overseas laboratories.

8. Starting Date

May 1, 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter

9. Term ofEmployment

From the starting date to March 31, 2025
*Following completion of the term, the contract may be extended subject to continuity ofwork and performance evaluation up to project completion. Project completion scheduledfor March 2030. *The maximum cumulative contract term is 10 years from the starting date,based on “Regulations Pertaining to Contract Period of National University Corporation
Osaka University Fixed-term Staff, etc.”

10. Probationary Period

6 months

Based on “38. Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National
University Corporation Osaka University Limited Term 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)Based on “48. Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University
Limited Term Staff (Specially Appointed Staff, etc.) Subject to Annual Salary System”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html

12. Salary and Benefits

13. Insurance

Remuneration: (Monthly payments of one-twelfth of annual salary)Specially Appointed Associate Professor (Full-time) 7,713,600 JPY～
Specially Appointed Associate Professor (Lecturer) (Full-time) 6,228,900 JPY～
Specially Appointed Assistant Professor (Full-time) 5,245,200 JPY～
*It will be decided according to the responsibilities assigned based on the applicant’squalifications.
Commuting allowance*Bonuses and allowances for housing, dependency, and retirement are included in the abovementioned annual salary and will not be paid separately.
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 (both Japanese and English are acceptable) andinclude 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, list of patents)
3. Reprints of major original papers (about 5-10)
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 referees who are willing to
be contacted about the applicant
8. Copies of English proficiency certificate such as TOEFL, TOEIC scores, EIKEN, adescription of periods of residency outside Japan that demonstrate your English ability, orEnglish related job experiences*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.
Online Submission through JREC-IN Portal web application system.
https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/*Please compress all above application documents into one single file and apply.
Contact Person: Professor Shigenobu Ogata
E-Mail ogata.shigenobu.es@osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

April 30, 2024 (Japan Standard Time) or until the position is filled.

17. Selection Process

Document screening will be followed by interviews. Selected applicants will be notified*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 above-mentioned, please refer to “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 above-mentioned work conditions are as of the day this employment offer isposted, and subject to change.
In principle, there will be no changes to the affiliation, work location, or responsibilities afteremployment.
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.
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