Open Faculty Positions

Experience a new model of scientific freedom in an innovative university.

The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology is an English-speaking and dynamic doctoral program-only university in Japan. We are inviting applications for tenure-track and tenured faculty positions.

We provide:

• Sustained research funding for your scientific vision
• Fully funded PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, lab techs, and staff scientists
• World-class core facilities and expert support staff
• Support for amplifying your scientific impact (e.g., technology transfer, outreach, collaborations, etc.)
• Full administrative support

Our culture and environment:

• No faculty hierarchies or departments
• A thriving international research community representing 80+ countries
• A vibrant, safe, multicultural setting on the beautiful island of Okinawa

Applications are sought in two areas:

• Mathematical Sciences, including pure math, applied math, statistics, and data sciences. Any potential connections to the broad areas represented at OIST would be welcome.
• Energy and Sustainability, broadly defined. Interdisciplinary approaches complementing OIST’s current research portfolio, as well as impactful energy solutions for sub-tropical islands are particularly welcome.

As a core part of our expansion plan and research vision, we seek to hire three tenure-track or tenured faculty members in each area.

To fully realize our vision of promoting scientific excellence through a diverse and inclusive community, OIST is actively seeking applications from women and underrepresented groups to meet our target of hiring at least 50% women in this current search. Successful applicants will enjoy competitive remuneration packages with additional benefits, such as housing and commuting allowances, dual-career support, and family support.

Application documents (all to be submitted in English):

• Cover letter
• CV, indicating three publications of note
• Research statement
• Engagement statement
• Three letters of recommendation

Deadline: October 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (JST)

The starting date is negotiable.

Apply here: https://www.oist.jp/careers/faculty-positions

Inquiries:

Bernd Kuhn

Interim Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs

faculty-recruiting@oist.jp

About Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)

OIST (Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University) is a pioneering graduate university. We conduct research that bridges disciplines to explore new frontiers of scientific knowledge. We educate a new generation of scientific leaders. We are a catalyst for an innovation hub in Okinawa.

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