Application Guide for ISSP Visiting Professorship
The Institute for Solid State Physics (“ISSP”) of the University of Tokyo invites applications for its Visiting Professor positions, as part of its efforts to promote research collaboration with external researchers. The term of the appointment is expected for three to twelve months, and a total of four to six positions are expected to be filled. The specific appointment dates, which will start at the earliest in September 2025, will be determined in discussion with the host professor. We are seeking applicants from the areas where the applicants and ISSP researchers can collaborate based on their mutual interest, the result of which is expected to contribute to significant scientific advancement. At ISSP, many research activities are conducted in the areas of condensed matter physics, but other related projects may also be considered.
The successful candidates must demonstrate their academic and scientific excellence, as well as timeliness and good interpersonal skills to get along well with ISSP colleagues.
For application or more information about the openings, including salary and other employment conditions, please first contact an ISSP faculty member you would like to be hosted by. Then, submit the following documents to your prospective host by no later than July 31, 2024:
• CV
• List of publications
• Brief outline of research proposal
• Three names of reference
No application will be accepted after the deadline. The applications received will be reviewed by the Selection Committee in its 2024 fall meeting.
The openings are also being advertised in Science.
Please note that the Visiting Professorship position at ISSP has an employment status. In accordance with the University's employment procedures, you will need to provide a letter from your home institution confirming your commitment to engage in activities related to UTokyo during your stay with us.
To promote diversity and inclusion within the institute, ISSP welcomes and encourages applications from foreign female researchers.
According to the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA) and other regulations, if you hold a concurrent position with an overseas organization or receive a substantial amount of income from a foreign government or other sources that restrict the sharing of your research skills and outcomes at UTokyo, you may have difficulty fulfilling your responsibilities as a member of the UTokyo faculty. Any subsequent dual employment and others after assuming the position should be limited to the extent that it does not interfere with the sharing of research skills and outcomes at UTokyo.