Associate Professor of Information Science Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Data number

D116061486

Date of publication

2016/06/29

Date of update

2016/08/25

Title

Professor or Associate Professor Position Available in School of Information Science

Institution

Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

URL of institution or department

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/

Department

School of Information Science

Institution type

National university

Public advertisement URL

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/top/data/is_H280627e.pdf

Content of job information

[Explanation of institution (recruitment background, institution details, explanation of project, etc.)]
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST), the first specialized independent national graduate university in Japan, with the goal of contributing actively to the global society, invites applications from outstanding individuals for a faculty position in the SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCE. The school aims to establish the foundation of a trustworthy e-society, through the research and education to support social infrastructures such as medical, educational, logistic, and governmental activities, using theoretical information science, human information processing, artificial intelligence, computer systems and networks, and software science. We are seeking a new faculty member who is active in both research and education, and takes sincere interest in guiding students to success.

The Mission of JAIST
JAIST endeavors to foster leaders capable of contributing to the making of a future world by creation of science and technology, through its most advanced education and research in an ideal academic environment.
The Goals of JAIST
JAIST develops leaders in society or industry who hold credible expertise in the frontier science and technology, broad perspectives, high level of autonomy and communication ability, through its systematic advanced graduate education. 
JAIST, to contribute to societies with research outcomes, creates a center of excellence for advancement of researches for solving problems of our world and society and develops new fields through a variety of basic researches.
JAIST fosters active global human resources by promoting faculty and student exchanges with leading institutes overseas and globalizing its education and research.

[Job details (duties, subject responsible for, etc.)]
The successful candidate for the position of Professor or Associate Professor is expected to:
-Conduct active research and education in the field of information security;
-Give lectures related to the School of Information Science;
-Supervise and instruct students in laboratory work in master's and doctoral programs;
-Supervise the laboratory work of sub-theme for the students of other laboratories; 
-Render the university practical services including helping recruit excellent students, taking on committee work, and so on;
-Willingly assist their laboratory students in finding suitable career positions after graduation;
-Contribute to the society.

[Address of work location and other information]
1-1 Asahidai, Nomi, Ishikawa, JAPAN

[Number of positions]
1Position(s)

[Starting date]
At the earliest opportunity after March, 2017

Research field

Job type

Employment status

Full-time(Tenured)

Work location

Hokuriku and Koshinetsu district - Ishikawa  

Qualifications

The successful candidate is expected to:
-Possess a doctoral degree in a related field by the time of appointment;
-Excel in and be enthusiastic about education and guidance for graduate students in accordance with the Mission and Goals of JAIST;
-Have a proven record of expertise in conducting research in the area of information security and cyber security;
-Be capable of undertaking domestic and international research initiatives in competitive areas of advanced research; 
-Promote joint research projects through collaborations with other researchers; and
-Be capable of giving lectures and supervising students in English (Fluency in Japanese is considered as an advantage).

Foreign and/or female applicants are encouraged to apply for the position at JAIST. 
JAIST evaluates applicants on the basis of equal opportunity and diversity in the selection of new faculty members. The applications of women and foreigners are encouraged.
JAIST has supportive measures for balancing work and childcare.

Compensation

Commensurate with qualifications by the Guidelines of JAIST.

Application period

2016/09/30 Deadline for receipt

Application
/selection
/notification of result
/contact details

[Application method (including where to send documents)]
Application Documents (To be submitted in hard copy, NOT electronic file)
(1) Curriculum Vitae with the candidate's photograph and degree certificates
(2) Statement of Major Achievements in Research
(3) Statement of Achievements in Education
(4) Statement of Other Activities Related to Research and Education
(5) Statement of Research Plan in the Next Ten Years at JAIST
(6) Statement of Your Aspiration for Graduate Education
(7) Categorical List of Publications and Accomplishments in Reverse Chronological Order
(8) Your Contact Address, E-mail, Phone Number and Fax Number
(9) Recommendation Letters or References

For more details on this application is available at:
http://www.jaist.ac.jp/top/data/is_H280627e.pdf


Send the application materials to:
Attention to: Dean, Professor Satoshi TOJO
School of Information Science
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
1-1 Asahidai, Nomi, Ishikawa, 923-1292 JAPAN

Write "Application documents for Professor or Associate Professor for School of Information Science" in red ink on an envelope containing the documents, and send these documents by registered mail (priority mail). 
It should be noted that documents submitted via e-mail are not accepted.

Application Due: September 30, 2016

[Selection process (selection method and hiring decision), notification of result]
The selection will be conducted based on results and achievements in the areas of research and education and on your future plans of work at JAIST. We will take into consideration not only the number of papers, but also the contents of publications and research.
In order to select the final candidate, the selection committee will conduct interviews with the candidates selected in the initial screening.
Interviews will be held either in English or Japanese to evaluate the candidates based on the abovementioned qualifications for applicants.
We will also include practical work experience in our evaluation.
The evaluation of applications will be strictly unbiased and its result will be kept confidential.

[Contact details (department, official position, name, e-mail address, and phone number of the responsible person)] Important
For more information, contact:
School of Information Science (Graduate School Secretarial Service Department)
e-mail: is-secr@jaist.ac.jp
Tel: +81-761-51-1147, Fax: +81-761-51-1149