Detailed information
Work location : Tohoku district - Miyagi
Date of publication : 2024/07/24
Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer, Tohoku University Professor
D124071997
Tohoku University
Research field : Life Science - Unspecified
Professor level : Regular employee - Tenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period present
Job description
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Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer (IDAC) is dedicated to elucidating the basic mechanisms of aging, from birth through development, maturity, aging, and death. By applying the research findings, the institute aims to overcome age-related brain and neurological diseases such as dementia and refractory cancers, and to develop advanced methods for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and innovative medical devices. Additionally, as a core research center for aging medicine, the institute aims to lead pioneering international collaborative research and to establish itself as a world-leading hub.
We seek researchers who are committed to the study of aging in the broadest sense of the word, and who seek to overcome a variety of aging-related diseases. -
Work content and job description
We seek researchers who are committed to the study of aging in the broadest sense of the word, and who seek to overcome a variety of aging-related diseases.
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Assigned department
Existing departments
Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer
Job type
- Professor level
Research field
- Life Science - Unspecified
Wages
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Annual Salary : 7 million yen ~ 10 million yen
In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
Working hours
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Working hours :08:30-17:15
Break time :12:00-13:00
Holidays : Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, New Year’s Holidays (Dec. 29 - Jan. 3)
Overtime and other explanations : The discretionary labor system for professional work shall apply (Deemed working hours: 7.75 hours/day).Flexible Work Hours: The standard working hours are 8:30 to 17:15, but the actual working hours are at the discretion of each employee.
Application requirements
Qualifications
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Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor
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Work experience
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree.
Employment Type
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Regular employee
Contract period
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Tenured - Non-tenure track
Probationary period present
6 months from the date of employment
Work location
- 980-8575 Miyagi 4-1 Seoryo-machi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-8575, Japan
Compensation
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Various systems
Pay increase system : In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
Bonus : In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
Retirement allowances : In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
Transportation expenses : In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
Retirement age : In accordance with Tohoku University regulations.
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Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance : available
Employees' Pension Insurance : available
Worker's accident insurance : available
Employment insurance : available
Others : Admission into the MEXT Mutual Aid Association; provision of unemployment insurance and worker's accident insurance.
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Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
No Smoking
Application Considerations
Number of hired
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Job content supplemental explanation
1 April 2025 or as soon as possible after that date.
1 person(s)
Hiring date : 2025/04/01
Starting date : 2025/04/01
Application period
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2024/07/24~2024/09/27 Deadline for receipt
Japan Standard Time
Application method
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Attached documents
Application Form : Online SubmissionDocuments to be submitted (in Japanese or English):
1. CV (Format should be downloaded from the dedicated page of the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer, Tohoku University ）Achievements and Activities : Online Submission2. Research Achievements(Format should be downloaded from the dedicated page of the Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer, Tohoku University ）Other online application forms
3. Summary of research to date (free style, figures and tables allowed, maximum of 2 pages on A4 paper)
4. Long-term vision for future research plans and human resource development (free style, figures and tables are acceptable, no more than 2 pages of A4 paper)
5. Copies of your major publications (no more than 10), including summaries of three publications that particularly appeal to you and the points that you would like to emphasize (about 400 words each).
6. Names, affiliations, and contact information (telephone and e-mail addresses) of three references
[Submission]
Please read the following instructions carefully and send your application to the following email address: application*idac.tohoku.ac.jp (replace * with @)
1.All files are in PDF format in principle and file names should include the contents and the applicant’s name (e.g. 1_CV_KAREIKEN_TARO).
2.Please compress all files into a single file in ZIP format and send it as an attachment to an email with the file name "'IDAC_Faculty_Application_Applicant’s name ". The subject line of the email should be the same as the file name.
3.The maximum file size for attachments is 25MB. If the maximum size is exceeded, please contact us for additional upload instructions.
4.Once submitted, you will shortly receive an email confirming receipt of your documents. If you do not receive an email, please contact us.
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Return of application documents
We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.
URL of this job posting
Selection / Notification of result
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Selection
Document review and interview (web or face-to-face)
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Notification of result
Email
Contact details
Tohoku University
Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer
General Affairs Section,
application@idac.tohoku.ac.jp
For inquiries, please send us an email.
Notes
•After reviewing the application documents, applicants may be asked to give an interview or presentation. The interview may be conducted online or in person. If the interview is conducted in person at the University, the applicant will be responsible for any necessary travel expenses.
•Tohoku University promotes activities to increase Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and encourages people of varied talents from all backgrounds to apply for positions at the university.
Tohoku University’s website about the DEI Declaration is here:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/vision/about/
•Pursuant to Article 8 of the Act on Securing, Etc. of Equal Opportunity and Treatment between Men and Women in Employment, Tohoku University shall, as a measure for increasing the presence of women among the academic staff, prioritize the hiring of women deemed qualified for each job opening, based on impartial evaluation.
•Tohoku University has published ‘Tohoku University-Live as Who You Are-Guidelines for Gender and Sexual Diversity' to provide explanations and details of how those at the university should respond with respect to diverse sexuality. The purpose of the guidelines is to create an environment in which all students, faculty, and staff respect diverse sexuality in their academic, research, and professional activities.
Please see the Tohoku University Center for Gender Equality Promotion website:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/EN_GuideLine.pdf
•Tohoku University has the largest on-campus childcare system of all Japanese national universities. This network comprises three nurseries: Kawauchi Keyaki Nursery school (capacity: 22) and Aobayama Midori Nursery school (116), both open to all university employees, as well as Hoshinoko Nursery school (120), which is open to employees working at Tohoku University Hospital. In addition, Tohoku University Hospital runs a childcare room for mildly ill and convalescent children which is available to all university employees
•See the following website for information on these and other programs that Tohoku University runs to assist work-life balance, to support researchers, and to advance gender equality, including measures to promote childcare leave among male employees.
Center for Diversity,Equity,and Inclusion,Tohoku University Website:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/vision/consulting/for_family/
Human Resources and Planning Department website:
https://c.bureau.tohoku.ac.jp/jinji-top/external/a-4-kosodate/
