Corrected information on phone number, holidays, and gender equality. （April 17, 2024）

Institute Recruitment at the Kyoto University Institute for Integrated Radiation and Nuclear
ScienceDate: April 10, 2024
We are seeking an institute member under the following conditions. The institute isestablished with the aim of conducting experiments using nuclear reactors and related
research. It has been recognized as a research institute for joint use and collaborative research,
comprising three research divisions (Nuclear Engineering Science, Quantum Beam Material
Science, and Radiation Life Science, with 17 research fields and 1 guest field) and tworesearch centers (Safety Nuclear System and Particle Radiation Oncology, with 5 researchfields) to advance research.
This recruitment is aimed at an individual who will conduct pioneering research in thebiochemical field targeting biomolecules using radiation, quantum beams, and RI, andresearch leading to the elucidation of disease mechanisms. It also seeks an individual
passionate about promoting related joint use, human resource development, and education.
Additionally, the successful candidates are expected to play an active role in the long-term
new research reactor project planned on the Monju site in Fukui Prefecture, which ourinstitute is promoting.
Recruitment Details:
1.

Positions and Requirements
Position: Professor (1 position) in the Radiation Life Science Research Division(Radiation Biochemistry Research Field)
Duties: Conduct basic biochemical research and disease mechanism elucidation using
radiation, quantum beams, RI, etc., lead related fields, and promote joint research andeducation*.
Requirements: None specified*The position will involve cooperation with the Graduate School of Science, Departmentof Chemistry at Kyoto University.

2.

Application Documents
For direct applications:(1) Resume (use standard format available commercially)(2) Overview of research and teaching history(3) List of research achievements (categorize and mark papers in Japanese accordingly)(4) Up to 10 main papers (indicate the applicant's role in co-authored works)(5) Research funding situation (include details of the funding)(6) Letter of recommendation (self-recommendation is acceptable)(7) Document stating the reason for application (include research plans and aspirations
related to the duties mentioned above, plans for joint use research, human resource
development, and education at the Institute, including future developments)(8) Others (awards, academic activities, patents, social activities, etc., and contacts forinquiries about research history)(9) Submit documents (1) and (6) in paper form and the rest on a CD-ROM or USB
drive in electronic format.
For recommendations by others:(1) Recommendation letter
3.

Application Deadline
Applications must be received by September 27, 2024 (Friday) by 5:00 PM.

4.

Gender Equality
Kyoto University strives to increase the share of women in academic positions. Given
equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants, under the provisionsof Article 8 of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.
In addition, please indicate in the curriculum vitae any periods of interruption in researchdue to childbirth, childcare, nursing care, etc. The achievements during the period will
be reviewed as if the applicant had made the same achievements before and after theperiod of absence.

5.

Submission and Contact Information
Submission: Personnel Selection Committee, c/o General Affairs, Kyoto University
Institute for Integrated Radiation and Nuclear Science, 2 Chome Asahiro Nishi,
Kumatori-cho, Sennan-gun, Osaka 590-0494
Contact: Professor and Vice Director (Research), Particle Beam Physics Division,
Masaaki Sugiyama
TEL: (072) 451-2670 Email: sugiyama.masaaki.5n*kyoto-u.ac.jp (replace * with @)6.

Selection Process
Candidates will be notified upon decision after the selection process, which may include
interviews as needed.

7.

Appointment Date and Work Location
As soon as possible, at 2-1010 Asahiro-Nishi, Kumatori-cho, Sennan-gun, Osaka.5900494 JAPAN8.

Work System
Discretionary labor system for professional work (equivalent to 38 hours 45 minutes perweek, 7 hours 45 minutes per day)Days off: Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, Year-end and New Year holidays,Foundation Day

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TermNone

10. Salary and Allowances
Based on the university's standards
11. Social Insurance
Eligible for MEXT mutual aid association, welfare pension, employment insurance, andworkers' compensation insurance.
12. Probation Period
6 months
13. Additional Information
For more details about the Institute's research organization and faculty, visit our website
at https://www.rri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en. Smoking is prohibited indoors on all campuses anddesignated outdoor areas to prevent secondhand smoke exposure.