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Osaka University

Project Assistant Professor / Project Research Fellow Opening in Terahertz Spectroscopy and Laser Experiments at Osaka University Osaka University in Japan

Degree Level

PhD, Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

Full-time fixed-term position at Osaka University with an annual income of 3 million to 7 million yen, depending on experience and achievements. Employment includes enrollment in the National Public Service Mutual Aid Association, employment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.

Deadline

Nov 9, 2026

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Japan

University

Osaka University

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Optical Engineering
Atomic Physics
Quantum Optics
Silicon Technology
Terahertz Spectroscopy
Electronic Devices
Metamaterial
Physics

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About this position

Osaka University’s Institute of Laser Engineering is recruiting for Project Assistant Professor and Project Research Fellow (CREST) positions in terahertz spectroscopy, laser experiments, optical frequency combs, and related experimental/simulation research on solid materials such as semiconductors and plastics.

The positions are based in the THZ Group, Department of Photon Beam Science, Institute of Laser Engineering, Osaka University, in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. The project is part of the CREST Optical Fusion Area project “Materials CPS Driven by Attosecond-Precision Terahertz Measurement”, running from October 2026 to March 2032.

Applicants should hold a doctorate or be expected to obtain one by the start date. Prior experience in terahertz spectroscopy is not required, but experimental research experience is preferred. The post also requires the ability to communicate in Japanese and to prepare documents and conduct research in Japanese.

This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment. The annual salary is stated as 3 million to 7 million yen, depending on experience and achievements. The initial contract runs until the end of March 2027 and may be renewed annually subject to budget, continuity of operations, and performance evaluation.

To apply, prepare the required Japanese documents: CV with photo, list of research achievements, up to three major paper reprints, a research summary and future aspirations, and contact details or recommendation letters from two referees. Combine all files into a single PDF and email them to [email protected] with the subject line Application for Project Assistant Professor/Project Researcher.

The application window is October 7, 2026 to November 9, 2026, and applications may close earlier once a suitable candidate is selected.

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term position at Osaka University with an annual income of 3 million to 7 million yen, depending on experience and achievements. Employment includes enrollment in the National Public Service Mutual Aid Association, employment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.

What's required

Applicants must have a doctoral degree or be expected to obtain one by the start date. Prior experience in terahertz spectroscopy is not required, but experience in experimental research is preferred. Applicants must be able to communicate in Japanese and prepare documents and conduct research in Japanese. Application documents must be written in Japanese.

How to apply

Prepare the required Japanese application documents, combine attachments into a single PDF, and email them to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for Project Assistant Professor/Project Researcher." If email attachment is not possible, contact the same address.

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