Associate Professor or Lecturer in Informatics and Data Science
Akita University seeks a faculty member to advance research and education in informatics, data science, and related fields.
Best for:Experienced researchers in informatics with a strong track record in data science, AI, or HCI and a passion for teaching.
Overview
Akita University is inviting applications for a faculty position at the Associate Professor or Lecturer level within the Faculty of Informatics and Data Science. The successful candidate will contribute to high-level research and teaching in areas such as data science, software engineering, machine learning, human-computer interaction, and medical/welfare engineering. The role involves delivering undergraduate and graduate courses, including topics like data analysis, AI fundamentals, natural language processing, and applied programming. Applicants should be committed to academic excellence, faculty governance, and fostering a collaborative environment. The university actively encourages applications from researchers who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.
What you'll do
- Conduct high-level research in informatics, data science, or related fields.
- Deliver undergraduate and graduate-level courses in data analysis, AI, or software development.
- Participate in faculty governance and administrative duties.
- Engage in collaborative research and contribute to the university's mission.
- Mentor students and supervise research projects.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD
Language: Japanese (proficient for work) and English (for lecturing).
Instruction: Japanese and English
Publications: Strong record of peer-reviewed publications in academic journals and international conferences.
- PhD degree in a relevant field of informatics.
- Proven research record in data science, software, machine learning, HCI, or medical engineering.
- Ability to teach courses in English.
- Proficiency in Japanese sufficient for research, teaching, and administrative tasks.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with students and faculty.
- Must hold a PhD degree.
- Must be able to contribute to faculty operations and student education.
- Open to all nationalities provided language requirements are met.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30
Applicants must submit all required documents via registered mail. A digital copy of the application materials on a USB drive must be included in the package. The envelope should be clearly marked as 'Faculty Application' in red ink.
- CV with photo
- Degree certificate
- Research achievements list
- Copies of 5 major publications
- Research summary and future plan
- Teaching experience and philosophy
- List of external funding
- Academic society and social contribution record
- List of 2 references with contact information
Contact
Junya Fujisawa· Administrative Contact
0188892268
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