Faculty Position in the Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University

OutlineThe Department of Biotechnology, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, isconducting education and research in the field of Industrial Biotechnology with particularfocus on four priority areas that can contribute significantly to the construction of a sustainable
society: (i) Fermentation and Food Engineering, (ii) Bioproduction, (iii) AgriculturalEngineering, and (iv) Environmental Biotechnologies. We are now accepting application fora faculty member who can engage in education and research in the area of "(iii) AgriculturalEngineering", focusing on the education and research on plant biotechnology, including theexploration of unique function of plant genes and the development of genetic engineering
technology for production of useful chemicals and agricultural crops. In particular, we arelooking for the faculty member who can pioneer new research area that goes beyond thedevelopment of existing technologies, and who have the high motivation and ability to leadthe next generation in the field of industrial biotechnology.

1. Position

Professor

2. Number of Positions

1 (One)Graduate School of Engineering
The Laboratory of Biotechnology(Department of Biotechnology)

3. Affiliation
4. Work Location

Suita Campus (2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita-City, Osaka, Japan)

5. Specialized Field

Biotechnology, especially in the area of Agricultural Engineering

6. Responsibilities

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

7. Qualifications[Essential]
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 and English language proficiency(4) Ability to promote international exchange in cooperation with the International Centerfor Biotechnology, Osaka University[Preferred]
Applicants with experience of supervising students at the undergraduate and graduate level

8. Starting Date

April 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

9. Term ofEmployment

No Fixed Term

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/guide/employment/links/

14. Application
Documents

15. Sending Address
and ContactInformation

2. A list of research achievements (original papers, review papers, books, patents,presentations at international and domestic conferences)
3. Reprints of major original papers (4 copies, PDF file)
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. A description of periods of residency outside Japan that demonstrate your English ability,
or English related job experiences (within one A4 page)
8. 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 ofscreening and hiring procedures, and will not be disclosed to any third party.
*Submitted application documents will not be returned.
Please submit using the JREC-IN Portal web application at;https://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail/Changelang?id=D124060718&lang=1
Contact Person: Professor Hajime Watanabe
Tel: +81-6-6879-7427
E-mail: watanabe@bio.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp

16. Application
Deadline

August 30, 2024 (Japan Standard Time)

17. Selection Process

Document screening will be followed by interviews. Selected applicants will be notified
within three 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 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

18. Additional
Information

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.
“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