Assistant Professor in Advanced Materials and Metallurgy
Join Tohoku University to drive cutting-edge research in advanced materials, additive manufacturing, and powder metallurgy.
Best for:Best for materials scientists and metallurgists with a PhD and a strong background in additive manufacturing or powder metallurgy.
Overview
Tohoku University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position at the Cooperative Research and Development Center for Advanced Materials (CRDAM) within the Institute for Materials Research. The successful candidate will spearhead experimental and theoretical research in advanced materials development, utilizing innovative techniques such as additive manufacturing, powder production via atomization, and novel metallurgical processes. In addition to driving independent and collaborative research initiatives, the appointee will play a vital role in supporting joint-use research facilities and contributing to institutional administration. Candidates are expected to bring a strong publication record, deep technical expertise in materials science, and a collaborative spirit to foster interdisciplinary advancements.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and collaborative research on advanced materials development utilizing novel metallurgical processes.
- Advance powder production technologies, including additive manufacturing and associated atomization methods.
- Support joint-use research activities and facilitate collaborative projects within the center.
- Contribute to the general administrative operations and organizational duties of the research center.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences.
- Engage in securing competitive funding and grants to support ongoing and future research endeavors.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
Language: Japanese or English proficiency adequate for academic communication, teaching, and administrative duties
Instruction: Japanese and English
Publications: A strong record of original research papers in peer-reviewed journals appropriate for an assistant professor level
- Demonstrated research expertise in advanced materials, structural materials, or functional materials
- Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing, powder production, or modern metallurgical processes
- Proven track record of publishing original research papers in peer-reviewed international journals
- Ability to support collaborative research infrastructure and manage laboratory equipment
- Hold a PhD degree or be on track to obtain one by the anticipated start date
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-30 (Asia/Tokyo)
Prepare all requested application documents including a CV, publication list, research summary, and research plan. Submit the complete dossier electronically via email to the designated contact address with the specified subject line.
- CV
- Publication list
- Research summary
- Research plan
- Contact information of two referees
Contact
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