The Tohoku University International Support Center is recruiting for the following role.
Position
Title: | Administrative Staff |
Affiliation: | Tohoku University International Support Center (International Support Division, Global Affairs Department) |
Term of Employment: | September 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026 (possibility of renewal, subject to the conditions outlined below) |
Location: | 2-1-1 Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi (International Support Center, er Support Section) |
Start Date: | September 1, 2025 (negotiable) |
Job Description
Successful candidates will take on the following key responsibilities:
- Provide support services for international students and researchers as a member of the Tohoku University International Support Center
- Assist international researchers with practical matters related to moving to Japan and support them throughout their stay at Tohoku University
- Plan and coordinate various systems and tasks related to the above
- Carry out other duties handled by the International Support Division (e.g., reception of visitors)
The initial contract is for one year (with a negotiable start date). However, contracts may be renewed annually at the start of each fiscal year, contingent upon factors such as business performance, budgetary conditions, and individual work performance. For this position, fixed-term contracts may be renewed up to four times, or until March 31, 2030, whichever comes first.
For further details, including how to apply, please see here.
Qualifications
Tohoku University strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of nationality or gender.
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Fluent in both spoken and written Japanese at the level required for the job (JLPT N2)
- Fluent in both spoken and written English at the level required for the job (TOEIC 860 or higher)
- Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), possessing excellent skills in creating business documents, aggregating and analyzing data, and creating presentations
- Two years or more of experience supporting foreign nationals at a post-secondary institution or equivalent work experience in the international sphere
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
- Japanese resume in the prescribed Tohoku University format
- Two copies of a cover letter - one in Japanese and one in English - in the format of your choosing
- Proof of language proficiency (copies of official test scores, certificates, etc.)
Documents should be sent to: supportoffice-igrp.tohoku.ac.jp with 'åՏļ' in the email subject line. To help us safeguard your personal information, please submit your documents as one password-protected file, with the password sent in a separate email.
After passing a round of document screening, selected candidates will receive further information about individual interviews, scheduled to take place in early August. Interview-related travel expenses will be borne by the applicant
Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Renumeration:
Annual salary range: Approximately 3.5 - 4.5 million yen, subject to adjustment based on experience and other qualifications
Benefits: Includes commuting and overtime allowances
Year-end bonus: Not provided
Potential for salary increase: Eligible for an annual salary review
About the Center
Established in April 2022, the International Support Center provides comprehensive support to international students, international researchers, and faculty members of Tohoku University. From providing support with practical matters such as travel arrangements and finding accommodation, to more complex bureaucratic procedures, the center provides the resources and assistance needed to ensure that the international community in Tohoku University has a worry-free and enjoyable experience in Sendai and at the university.
:
Hirotaka Hirayama
International Support Division
Tel: 022-217-4893
Email: supportoffice-igrp.tohoku.ac.jp