Detailed information

Now recruiting
Date of update : 2025/05/23 End date of accepting applications : 2025/08/31
Now recruiting
Date of update : 2025/05/23
End date of accepting applications : 2025/08/31

Work location : Tokai district - Aichi

Date of publication : 2025/05/22

Assistant Professor Recruitment – Information and Communications Laboratory, Toyota Technological Institute

D125051470

Private university

Toyota Technological Institute

Research field : Informatics - Mathematical informatics | Informatics - Information network | Informatics - Information security | Manufacturing Technology - Communication and network engineering | Manufacturing Technology - Electron device and electronic equipment

Assistant Professor level : Regular employee - Nontenured - Non-tenure track - Probationary period absent

Job description

  • Background of the recruitment and description of the project

    Recruiting one Assistant Professor for the Information and Communications Laboratory.

    https://www.toyota-ti.ac.jp/research/laboratory/post-39.html
  • Work content and job description

    ・Promotion of research in cutting-edge fields of information and communications, such as quantum information and communication, secure communication, digital twin networks, edge computing, terahertz communication, and next-generation communication system design utilizing AI
    ・Guidance and support for undergraduate and graduate students in their learning, research, and student life
    ・Responsibility for supervising and conducting student laboratory experiments and exercises
    ・Other matters related to laboratory management (in collaboration with the professor)

  • Assigned department

    Existing departments

    Information and Communications Laboratory (Toyota Technological Institute, Faculty and Engineering, Dept. of Advanced Science and Technology / Master's Program Department of Advanced Engineering / Doctoral Program Department Information-Aided Technology (Education and Research Field; Information and Communications/ Information and Communications and Device Engineering)

Job type

  • Assistant Professor level

Research field

  • Informatics - Mathematical informatics
  • Informatics - Information network
  • Informatics - Information security
  • Manufacturing Technology - Communication and network engineering
  • Manufacturing Technology - Electron device and electronic equipment

Wages

  • Annual Salary : 6 million yen ~ 8 million yen

    - The lower bound mentioned above serves as a reference point for the starting salary of an Assistant Professor, including bonuses.
    - The annual salary will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and in accordance with university regulations at the time of employment.
     (Payment will be made on a monthly basis.)

Working hours

  • Working hours :08:50-17:50

    Break time :12:00-13:00

    Holidays : Saturdays (*), Sundays, public holidays (*), and university-designated vacations (such as summer and winter breaks).
    (*Some working days may apply.)

    Overtime and other explanations : - The above working hours are based on the class schedule (Periods 1–5) as a reference
    - Work outside the listed hours may occur due to committee duties, make-up classes, etc
    - Saturdays: Work required once a month and for university events
    - Public holidays: Work required if the holiday falls on a scheduled class day during the academic term

Application requirements

Qualifications

  • Education and Degree Requirements

    Ph.D. / Doctor

    Candidates who are expected to obtain a doctoral degree by the time of appointment are also eligible to apply

  • Work experience

    ・Promotion of research in cutting-edge fields of information and communications, such as quantum information and communication, secure communication, digital twin networks, edge computing, terahertz communication, and next-generation communication system design utilizing AI
    ・Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in science and engineering or be expected to obtain one by the time of appointment
     Candidates should be highly motivated to conduct research in the specified field and possess the ability to supervise students' research within the laboratory
    ・Applicants should be capable of overseeing student experiments, exercises, and related educational activities

  • Description

    Other application qualifications:
    ・Candidates who support the founding principles of TTI

Employment Type

  • Regular employee

    Fulltime

Contract period

  • Nontenured - Non-tenure track

    5 years (No reappointment)

    Probationary period absent

Work location

  • 468-8511 Aichi Nagoya City, Tempaku ward, Hisakata 2-12-1, Toyota Technological Institute

Compensation

  • Various systems

    Pay increase system : Applicable

    Bonus : Applicable

    Retirement allowances : Applicable

    Transportation expenses : Applicable

    Others : Meal allowance and Optional Defined Contribution Pension Plan

  • Insurance

    Employees' Health Insurance : Applicable

    Employees' Pension Insurance : Applicable

    Worker's accident insurance : Applicable

    Employment insurance : Applicable

  • Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace

    Smoking is prohibited throughout the entire campus

  • Supplementary explanation of compensation

    - Research startup support fund at the time of appointment: 2 million yen
    - For details on other research support programs, please refer to the university's website
    https://www.toyota-ti.ac.jp/about/torikumi/research.html

Application Considerations

  • Considerations for conducting interviews (e.g., those who live far away, such as overseas)

    Second Round of Selection:
    - If an in-person interview is conducted at the university, actual transportation costs will be reimbursed.
    (Reimbursement will be calculated based on the university's regulations)

Number of hired

    1 person(s)

  • Description

    1 person (Fixed-term)

  • Hiring date : 2026/04/01

    Starting date : 2026/04/01

  • Job content supplemental explanation

    The start date is negotiable.

Application period

  • 2025/05/22~2025/08/31 Deadline for receipt

    *Please note that the application deadline is 23:59 (JST) on August 31, 2025.

Application method

  • Application documents (specified forms)

  • Attached documents

    Other online application forms
    Applications will primarily be accepted via the "JREC-IN Portal Web Application".
    Please register as a user on JREC-IN in advance and review the following application document guidelines before submitting your application.

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    Required Documents:
    1. Curriculum Vitae (Designated format: 1_CV.xlsx)
    - Include academic history from high school admission onward, work experience, and contact details (phone number and email).
    - Must be submitted in **Excel format**.
    2. Research & Teaching Achievements List (Designated format: 2_ENG_List.docx)
    【Research Achievements】
     ①Original Articles (refereed; number of citations attached)
     ②Commentaries, editorials, etc.
     ③Publications
     ④Presentations at conferences, workshops, etc.
     ⑤Acquisition of external funds
     ⑥Patents/utility models,
     ⑦Awards received in research activities
     ⑧Other
    【Teaching Achievements】
    ①Educational history
    ②Student Research Supervision History
    ③Educational Activities Awards
    ④Papers and books related to educational activities
    3. Three major research papers (PDF format)
    4. Summary of past research and teaching achievements & future research and educational plans
    (Each section should be approximately two A4 pages/free format)
    5. Contact information of two referees.
    - Include their name, affiliation, and contact details
    (Designated format: 5_ENG_References.docx)
    ※Templates for (1), (2), and (5) can be obtained from the JREC-IN portal.
      (3) must be submitted in PDF format, and (4) can be in any format.
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    Submission Guidelines:
    - Combine all files (1–5) into a **ZIP file** before submission.
    - Do not merge files into a single PDF
    - If the file size exceeds the JREC-IN submission limit, split (3) major research papers accordingly

    For inquiries regarding file sending:
    Human Resources Educational Staff Selection Office
    Tel:(052)809-1712
    E-mail: tti-hrd*AT*toyota-ti.ac.jp(Please change *AT* to @)

  • Return of application documents

    Others

    - Application information will only be used for faculty recruitment, related procedures, and employment management after hiring. It will not be used for any other purpose.
    - Application materials will be responsibly disposed of by the university after the selection process concludes.

JREC-IN Portal web application
Accept
E-mail Application
Not available
Recruiting Institution's Web application system
Not available

Selection / Notification of result

  • Selection

    First Selection: Document screening
    Second Selection: Online or in-person interviews for those who pass the first selection, etc.

  • Notification of result

    - You will be contacted via email.
    - In urgent cases, you may be contacted by phone.

Contact details

Toyota Technological Institute

Human Resources

Educational Staff Selection Office

0528091712

tti-hrd@toyota-ti.ac.jp

Selection Committee Chair Professor Takao Fuji
Tel: +81-52-809-1890
E-mail: laserscience*AT*toyota-ti.ac.jp (Please change *AT* to @)

Notes

(1)Student-Teacher Ratio and Educational Role Distribution (2024 Academic Year)
・Number of Students per Teacher (ST Ratio): 10.3 students
・Average Number of Courses Taught Annually (per teacher): 4.6 courses (excluding master’s seminars)
(2)Our university ensures equal opportunities for participation by foreigners and women in all research fields to secure diverse talent and enhance the university’s and organizational strength. Additionally, we have formulated an action plan based on the Act on Promotion of Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace, setting goals to increase the ratio of female full-time faculty and various researchers. We also provide an environment where faculty and staff can work for a long time, including taking childcare leave.
(3)You can find details about the university's "desired faculty profile and faculty organization policy" on the university's website under【University Guide – Policy List】.
https://www.toyota-ti.ac.jp/about/profile/tti_policy.html
(4)If you have been subject to disciplinary actions, including those due to sexual harassment or other forms of sexual violence, please ensure to include the details and specific reasons in your resume. Any false statements may result in the cancellation of employment or disciplinary actions.

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