Assistant Professor in Human Centric Information Processing
Join Okayama University as a tenure-track Assistant Professor advancing human-centric information processing and AI.
Best for:Best for researchers with a PhD in information engineering or related fields, specializing in speech, natural language processing, AI, or human-computer interaction.
Overview
Okayama University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position within the Division of Human Centric Information Processing, Department of Medical Devices and Materials, Health Systems Integration Science. The successful candidate will lead education and research initiatives in fields such as speech processing, natural language processing, artificial intelligence, lifelogs, and human-computer interaction across undergraduate and graduate levels. Responsibilities include teaching specialized courses, supervising student research, and actively contributing to institutional administration and collaborative medical-engineering research projects. This appointment operates on a 5-year tenure-track system with a possibility of tenure evaluation, promoting international exchange and innovative societal impact.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in information engineering, focusing on speech processing, natural language processing, and artificial intelligence.
- Deliver lectures and educational modules on human information processing and related subjects for graduate and undergraduate programs.
- Provide academic supervision and research guidance to master's and doctoral students.
- Contribute to administrative duties and organizational operations within the university.
- Engage actively in interdisciplinary research initiatives, particularly bridging medical and engineering fields.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in information engineering, computer science, or a related field (or expected to obtain prior to appointment)
Language: Proficiency in both Japanese and English to conduct lectures, educational activities, and research supervision.
Instruction: Japanese and English
Publications: Strong publication record commensurate with career stage in the relevant specialized research fields.
- Strong research record in specialized fields such as speech processing, audio processing, natural language processing, or artificial intelligence
- Demonstrated capability to conduct independent academic research and secure external funding or collaborations
- Ability to deliver effective lectures and conduct research supervision in both Japanese and English
- Commitment to fostering international exchange and participating in industry-academia partnerships
- Hold a PhD degree or be on track to obtain one prior to the start date
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for education, research, and institutional development
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-09
Prepare the required application documents using the specified university templates (Form 1 through Form 6) and supplementary free-format statements. Send the complete package electronically via email with the subject line '助教応募書類' to the designated contact address.
- CV
- Society and social activities record
- Education career history
- Research achievements summary
- Research achievements catalog
- List of referees and contact references
- Major publications (up to 5 pieces)
- Statement of future research outlook and educational aspirations
Contact
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