Summary
Okayama University is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Professor (Special Contract Employee) within the Molecular Information Pathology department at the newly established Institute for Emerging Medical Research. This role focuses on advancing research in cancer molecular pathology, multi-omics analysis, and AI-driven diagnostic technologies.
| Designation | Assistant Professor (Special Contract Employee) |
| Institution | Okayama University |
| Research Area | Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Cancer Research, Bioinformatics |
| Location | Okayama City, Japan |
| Salary | Approximately 4,000,000 JPY per year (based on university regulations) |
| Last Date to Apply | March 31, 2027 (or until the position is filled) |
Research Area
The successful candidate will work within the Tanaka Lab, focusing on the following fields:
- Life Sciences: Molecular Biology and Cancer Biology
- Genomics, Transcriptomics, and Proteomics
- Digital Pathology and Image Analysis
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Bioinformatics
Designation
Assistant Professor (Special Contract Employee). This is a fixed-term appointment until March 31, 2028, with the possibility of annual renewal based on performance and project needs.
Location
Okayama University Shikata Campus, 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama 700-8558, Japan.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold a PhD degree or be expected to obtain one by the time of appointment.
- Experience in molecular biology, cancer biology, pathology, genomic science, proteomics, or information science.
- A strong motivation to engage in new and interdisciplinary research areas.
- Ability to contribute to graduate and undergraduate education and laboratory management.
Job Description
The Assistant Professor will be responsible for elucidating the molecular pathogenesis of human diseases, primarily cancer, and developing new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting research using next-generation sequencing (NGS), multi-omics, and molecular biology experiments.
- Integrating molecular information with digital pathology images using AI and bioinformatics.
- Publishing research findings in international journals and securing research grants.
- Participating in collaborative research with domestic and international institutions.
- Assisting in the operation of the Institute for Emerging Medical Research.
Salary and Benefits
- Annual Salary: Approximately 4 million JPY, following Okayama University’s pay scale.
- Working Hours: Discretionary labor system (standard hours 08:30-17:30).
- Insurance: Health insurance, employees’ pension, industrial accident compensation insurance, and employment insurance provided.
- Allowances: Commuting allowance provided (up to 66,400 JPY per month).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application documents via email. Please combine the following documents into a single PDF file:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and List of Research Achievements (using the university’s specified format).
- Copies of major research publications.
Applications should be sent to: watanabe-yse(at)okayama-u.ac.jp (Replace “(at)” with “@”). Please include your full name in the PDF filename.
Last Date for Apply
March 31, 2027. Note: Recruitment will close as soon as a suitable candidate is selected.
Apply Link
For more details and to download application forms, please visit the official university recruitment page: Okayama University Recruitment Portal
