Assistant professor observation-based physical volcanology
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Shingo Watada
Aug 8, 2025, 7:03:18 PMAug 8
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Call for Application for Assistant Professor Position
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo
1. Position title and number:
Assistant Professor (one position)
2. Expected hiring date:
April 1, 2026
3. Employment term:
Permanent
In accordance with internal regulations regarding the tenure of faculty members, a five-year term limit is applied to faculty members over 55 years of age at the start of the following academic year. Reappointment is possible only once with the approval of the institute’s faculty council (however, it cannot exceed the retirement date stipulated in The University of Tokyo’s regulations). In addition, a comprehensive evaluation will be conducted by faculty council members approximately 10 years after the assistant professor is hired. For details, please refer to the contact information below.
4. Probationary period:
Six months from the date of hire
5. Work location:
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo (1-1-1 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo). Placement changes, concurrent positions, and secondments may be ordered within the range specified by the university (except as a rule, these orders are not against one’s will). For details, refer to Article 4 of The University of Tokyo Regulations on Conditions of Employment of Academic Staff.
6. Affiliation:
Volcano Research Center
7. Research field:
Observation–based physical volcanology
The Earthquake Research Institute aims to advance the understanding of volcanic phenomena and the accuracy of eruption prediction. This will be achieved by capturing magma supply processes from deep to shallow regions with high precision and resolution, and by elucidating the process from magma accumulation to eruption. We are seeking an assistant professor who will play a leading role in multi-parameter observations of volcanoes, primarily based on seismological and geodetic observations and analyses, while also incorporating other data such as infrasound and video imaging. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing physical models of volcanic phenomena through integration with other disciplines such as geochemistry and electromagnetism, and for promoting research toward a better understanding of magma supply processes and the evolution of eruption sequences. Furthermore, this position is expected to contribute to the development of new observation technologies and to foster the next-generation researchers through graduate education. Upon employment, the successful candidate will be required to acquire a certain level of Japanese conversational ability necessary for field observation duties within Japan.
8. Working hours:
Deemed as working 7 hours and 45 minutes per day under the discretionary labor system for professional work
9. Holidays:
Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3)
10. Leave:
Annual paid leaves, special leaves, etc.
11. Salary and benefits
Determined based on academic background, work experience, etc., with a salary increase system.
Reference: Monthly salary of approximately 340,000 yen for those with a doctoral degree
Allowances: Bonuses (twice a year), commuting allowance (up to 55,000 yen per month in principle), and other allowances according to university regulations
12. Insurance:
Enrollment in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Mutual Aid Association, employment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance, as required by law
13. Eligibility:
Must hold a doctoral degree (including equivalent degrees obtained abroad)
14. Application documents: One copy of each
• (1) Curriculum Vitae (including academic and employment history, with attached photo).
Use The University of Tokyo Standard Resume Format (downloadable from the URL below)
https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/about/jobs.html
Refer to the “Instructions for Completing the Resume” and “Example 2 (Faculty Members (Sciences))” when filling it out.
• (2) List of research achievements (distinguishing between peer- and non-peer-reviewed articles, including articles under submission).
• (3) Copies of about 3 major papers (photocopies acceptable)
• (4) Summary of research achievements (approximately 1000 words)
• (5) Research and education plans (approximately 1000 words)
• (6) Declaration form regarding any past criminal penalties, administrative sanctions, and disciplinary actions due to sexual harassment, sexual violence, etc. (designated form to be obtained from the administrative team in charge of personnel)
• (7) Names, contact information, and email addresses of two references who can provide opinions about the applicant
15. Application submission:
Online application
Send an email with the subject “Assistant Professor Application in Observation–based Physical Volcanology Research” to the administrative team in charge of personnel. The team provides a folder for document submission, and applicants must save all application documents in the folder by the application deadline.
16. Contact information
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo, Administrative Team (Personnel) Email: jinji%eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp (replace % with @)
Phone: +81-3-5841-8789
17. Application deadline:
Must arrive by 5:00 PM (Japan Standard Time, UTC + 9h) on Monday, October 6, 2025
18. Inquiry contact:
Shingo WATADA, The Division of Monitoring Geoscience, Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo
Email: watada%eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp (replace % with @)
Phone: +81-3-5841-5776
19. Recruiting Organization Name
The University of Tokyo
20. Other:
The personal information obtained will not be used for any purpose other than personnel selection.
The University of Tokyo emphasizes gender balance and inclusiveness, accepting diverse and excellent researchers from domestic and international backgrounds, promoting the creation of new academic knowledge through dialogue among researchers from different perspectives, and welcoming applications from female, foreign, and disabled researchers. Those who have had periods of research interruption due to childcare, caregiving, childbirth, etc., can describe this in their application documents. Based on the “Declaration of Gender Equality Acceleration at The University of Tokyo (March 3, 2009),” active
For further information, please visit:
https://www.eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/公募要項_観測に基づく火山物理学分野助教%E3%80%80Call_for_Application_Assistant_professor_volcanology_-1.pdf
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo
1. Position title and number:
Assistant Professor (one position)
2. Expected hiring date:
April 1, 2026
3. Employment term:
Permanent
In accordance with internal regulations regarding the tenure of faculty members, a five-year term limit is applied to faculty members over 55 years of age at the start of the following academic year. Reappointment is possible only once with the approval of the institute’s faculty council (however, it cannot exceed the retirement date stipulated in The University of Tokyo’s regulations). In addition, a comprehensive evaluation will be conducted by faculty council members approximately 10 years after the assistant professor is hired. For details, please refer to the contact information below.
4. Probationary period:
Six months from the date of hire
5. Work location:
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo (1-1-1 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo). Placement changes, concurrent positions, and secondments may be ordered within the range specified by the university (except as a rule, these orders are not against one’s will). For details, refer to Article 4 of The University of Tokyo Regulations on Conditions of Employment of Academic Staff.
6. Affiliation:
Volcano Research Center
7. Research field:
Observation–based physical volcanology
The Earthquake Research Institute aims to advance the understanding of volcanic phenomena and the accuracy of eruption prediction. This will be achieved by capturing magma supply processes from deep to shallow regions with high precision and resolution, and by elucidating the process from magma accumulation to eruption. We are seeking an assistant professor who will play a leading role in multi-parameter observations of volcanoes, primarily based on seismological and geodetic observations and analyses, while also incorporating other data such as infrasound and video imaging. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing physical models of volcanic phenomena through integration with other disciplines such as geochemistry and electromagnetism, and for promoting research toward a better understanding of magma supply processes and the evolution of eruption sequences. Furthermore, this position is expected to contribute to the development of new observation technologies and to foster the next-generation researchers through graduate education. Upon employment, the successful candidate will be required to acquire a certain level of Japanese conversational ability necessary for field observation duties within Japan.
8. Working hours:
Deemed as working 7 hours and 45 minutes per day under the discretionary labor system for professional work
9. Holidays:
Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3)
10. Leave:
Annual paid leaves, special leaves, etc.
11. Salary and benefits
Determined based on academic background, work experience, etc., with a salary increase system.
Reference: Monthly salary of approximately 340,000 yen for those with a doctoral degree
Allowances: Bonuses (twice a year), commuting allowance (up to 55,000 yen per month in principle), and other allowances according to university regulations
12. Insurance:
Enrollment in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Mutual Aid Association, employment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance, as required by law
13. Eligibility:
Must hold a doctoral degree (including equivalent degrees obtained abroad)
14. Application documents: One copy of each
• (1) Curriculum Vitae (including academic and employment history, with attached photo).
Use The University of Tokyo Standard Resume Format (downloadable from the URL below)
https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/about/jobs.html
Refer to the “Instructions for Completing the Resume” and “Example 2 (Faculty Members (Sciences))” when filling it out.
• (2) List of research achievements (distinguishing between peer- and non-peer-reviewed articles, including articles under submission).
• (3) Copies of about 3 major papers (photocopies acceptable)
• (4) Summary of research achievements (approximately 1000 words)
• (5) Research and education plans (approximately 1000 words)
• (6) Declaration form regarding any past criminal penalties, administrative sanctions, and disciplinary actions due to sexual harassment, sexual violence, etc. (designated form to be obtained from the administrative team in charge of personnel)
• (7) Names, contact information, and email addresses of two references who can provide opinions about the applicant
15. Application submission:
Online application
Send an email with the subject “Assistant Professor Application in Observation–based Physical Volcanology Research” to the administrative team in charge of personnel. The team provides a folder for document submission, and applicants must save all application documents in the folder by the application deadline.
16. Contact information
Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo, Administrative Team (Personnel) Email: jinji%eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp (replace % with @)
Phone: +81-3-5841-8789
17. Application deadline:
Must arrive by 5:00 PM (Japan Standard Time, UTC + 9h) on Monday, October 6, 2025
18. Inquiry contact:
Shingo WATADA, The Division of Monitoring Geoscience, Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo
Email: watada%eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp (replace % with @)
Phone: +81-3-5841-5776
19. Recruiting Organization Name
The University of Tokyo
20. Other:
The personal information obtained will not be used for any purpose other than personnel selection.
The University of Tokyo emphasizes gender balance and inclusiveness, accepting diverse and excellent researchers from domestic and international backgrounds, promoting the creation of new academic knowledge through dialogue among researchers from different perspectives, and welcoming applications from female, foreign, and disabled researchers. Those who have had periods of research interruption due to childcare, caregiving, childbirth, etc., can describe this in their application documents. Based on the “Declaration of Gender Equality Acceleration at The University of Tokyo (March 3, 2009),” active
For further information, please visit:
https://www.eri.u-tokyo.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/公募要項_観測に基づく火山物理学分野助教%E3%80%80Call_for_Application_Assistant_professor_volcanology_-1.pdf
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