"Associate Professorship in the Economy and Business of Japan"

About the Role:

The Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) seek to make a joint appointment to an Associate Professorship in the Economy and Business of Japan, in association with St Antony’s College.

This is a full-time, permanent post, subject to successful review after five years, commencing in the 2026/27 academic year. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake advanced, internationally excellent research with particular attention to the Economics and Business of Japan, to teach and to supervise at graduate levels in lectures, classes, and small-group tutorials; to contribute to admissions, examining, and assessment, and to contribute fully to academic administration in OSGA and the College.

About You:

Applicants must hold a doctorate in Economics or Business or a closely related field such as Political Economy, Economic Sociology, Management, or Economic History; candidates must have received the doctorate before 1 October 2025 and demonstrate:

• An outstanding record of research in Economics and Business of Japan
• Fluency in Japanese language including reading, writing, and ability to work with primary Japanese language source material
• A clear ambitious research agenda with potential to attract major funding.
• Proven or potential excellence in teaching and supervision.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and administration.

Location and Benefits:

The postholder will be based at the Nissan Centre, St Antony’s College, with duties divided with OSGA. Oxford offers generous sabbatical leave, career development support, and family-friendly policies. College benefits include a housing allowance, dining rights, Senior Common Room membership, and access to excellent academic and social facilities.

Key Dates:

• Closing Date: Wednesday 07 January 2026 (noon, UK time)
• Interviews: 20 February 2026 (in person, Oxford)
• Start Date: 1st September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

Application process:

Information about the application process, as well as the full list of responsibilities and selection criteria can be obtained from the job description (Vacancy ID: 183489).

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Diego Sánchez-Ancochea (diego.sanchez-ancochea@qeh.ox.ac.uk).

All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence. We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, who are under-represented in academic posts at Oxford.