Open Faculty Positions in Mathematical Sciences/Energy and Sustainability | Japan | Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology

Position:	Open Faculty Positions in Mathematical Sciences/Energy and Sustainability
Institution:	Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Location:	Japan
Duties:	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 are 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
Requirements:	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

Text:	Skip to main content Logo Innovation Open Positions Faculty Positions Background Check HR Relocation Diversity Professional Development & Inclusion Giving Back to OIST News Contact Us OIST Member Login OIST Logo Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology English \| 日本語 Search the site Breadcrumb Home arrow right Careers Open Faculty Positions Mathematical Sciences Apply Energy and Sustainability Apply 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) 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 are 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 *What are the pressing challenges you see for your scientific community? How have you addressed these challenges in the past, and how would you like to address them in the future? Applicants should provide a narrative statement - not simply a list of committees or activities - regarding initiatives they have been/are/would like to be involved in. Topics may include: leadership, building a positive research culture, diversity & inclusion, research ethics & integrity, open access, sustainability, science education, outreach, contributions to policy, tech transfer etc. Applicants should explain why they chose these topics, their efforts in making a positive contribution, and their outcomes. This statement will be a basis for discussion as part of the interview. Deadline: October 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (JST) The starting date is negotiable. Apply Mathematical Sciences Energy and Sustainability For further information about OIST: Core Facilities Facts and Figures Campus News Faculty & Research Units Leadership and Governance Faculty Handbook in Policy Library (PRP) Resource Center Child Development Center Schooling Options Inquiries: Bernd Kuhn Interim Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs faculty-recruiting@oist.jp Poster mosaic of smiling faculty members Faculty Recruiting 2024 Poster PDF August 2024 Giving to OIST Policy Library Information Disclosure Audits Social Media Access Linkedin icon Linkedin Flickr icon Flickr Facebook icon Facebook YouTube icon YouTube Instagram icon Instagram Vimeo icon Vimeo X (Twitter) icon X (Twitter) RSS Feed icon RSS Feed LINE icon LINE header-logo Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology 1919-1 Tancha, Onna-son, Kunigami-gun Okinawa, Japan 904-0495 Contact us Subscribe to the OIST Mailing List The OIST graduate education and research program is cross-disciplinary and aims to be at the leading edge of research in science and technology. Subscribe Copyright © 2011-2024 Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University OIST Member Login Privacy Policy