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The Graduate School of International Cultural Studies (GSICS) at Tohoku University is recruiting for the following position.

Position

Title:	Associate Professor
Affiliation:	Graduate School of International Cultural Studies (GSICS), Department of Japanese Religious and Intellectual History Studies
Term of Employment:	Four-year tenure-track (tenure review after two years)
Location:	The Graduate School of International Cultural Studies (GSICS), Education and Student Support Center, 41 Kawauchi, Aoba Ward, Sendai, Miyagi, 980-0862
Start Date:	April 1, 2026

Job Description

This position focuses on modern and contemporary Japanese religious studies, and therefore requires a person with relevant qualifications for education and research in this field. The successful applicant must be able to relate to the historical approach employed by the current faculty members of the Department of Japanese Religion and Intellectual History, while also being capable of offering alternative perspectives (particularly through research based on fieldwork), and of providing instruction in such methods.

Successful applicants will be responsible for teaching Graduate-level courses, general education undergraduate courses. They should also be able to teach common subjects in the Division of Regional Cultural Studies, graduate-level courses, and general education undergraduate courses.

In addition, as this is a Japanese public university, other educational and administrative operations are expected to be carried out appropriately - such as responsibilities related to entrance examinations and curriculum management. The candidate is also expected to be actively involved in Tohoku University's International Graduate Program in Japanese Studies and other international initiatives.

In principle, the appointment will be made under the tenure-track system as defined by the Graduate School of International Cultural Studies. However, in cases where the candidate demonstrates exceptional qualifications and achievements, a tenured position (non-fixed term) may be offered immediately from the outset.

For further details, including how to apply, please see here.

Qualifications

• Must hold a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree
• At least three years of teaching experience as an associate professor or lecturer at a university (or in an equivalent position at a university outside Japan). Experience in graduate-level education is also desirable.
• Area of specialization should be religion in modern and contemporary Japan
• Published at least one scholarly monograph with an academic press and have a proven track record of peer-reviewed articles in internationally recognized journals in the field (e.g., Q1, top 10% in CiteScore rankings)
• A sound understanding of the broader field of Japanese Studies, along with a record of relevant scholarly or institutional contributions, would be an asset
• There are no restrictions on nationality, but candidates must be proficient in both Japanese and English to perform the duties described above, including academic supervision of students

How to Apply

Please submit the following application materials:

1. One copy of the applicant's CV with a photograph. (use the official university form, downloadable from the GSICS website).
2. A list of research achievements, organized into the following categories: single-authored books, edited volumes, co-authored books, journal articles, research notes, book reviews, papers published in conference proceedings, doctoral dissertation, and others. For each item, indicate whether each publication was peer-reviewed, and if applicable, provide quantitative indicators such as citation counts, journal impact factors, or Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI).
3. Please submit copies (offprints or photocopies are acceptable) of all published research outputs. Among them, indicate five major works by marking them with a circle (〇) on the list of research achievements. For each of these five works, include a summary (approximately 400 characters in Japanese or 200 words in English).
4. Submit the following two items in English or Japanese (approx. one A4 page each)--(a) a summary of your past research, its academic significance, and your future research plans; and (b) a description of your teaching experience, including details of courses taught, supervision of theses and dissertations, and involvement in the development and management of educational programs or curricula.
5. External Funding History (past five years)
6. Names, affiliations, and contact details of two individuals who can provide references for the applicant. Additional documents may be requested if deemed necessary.

After an initial screening of documents, interviews (including a mock lecture) will be conducted, tentatively scheduled for mid-August. Please note that travel expenses for the interview will not be reimbursed. Depending on the situation regarding infectious diseases and other factors, the interview may be conducted online.

Applications should be sent by mail to the following address:

Tohoku University Graduate School of International Cultural Studies 41 Kawauchi, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-8576 JAPAN Attn: Dean, GSICS

Please write "Application Documents Enclosed, Department of Japanese Religion and Intellectual History" in red on the envelope and send it by registered mail. Please note that application materials will not be returned.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2025

About the Center

The Tohoku University Graduate School of International Cultural Studies was established in 1993 as the first independent graduate school in Tohoku University. The Graduate School aims to conduct interdisciplinary and comprehensive education and research on international regional culture, cultural exchange, and language and culture, and to nurture outstanding human resources who can play an active role and contribute to the international community.