Faculty Position in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Technology Agricultural sciences Ethics in health sciences Pharmacological sciences Environmental science Medical sciences Anthropology Biological sciences Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline: 21 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Country: Japan Type of Contract: Permanent Job Status: Not Applicable Hours Per Week: See description Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Background of the recruitment and description of the project The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Yokohama City University Hospital invites applications for faculty positions in the following research fields and subjects. The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at our university is actively engaged in a broad range of reconstructive surgical procedures. From August 1, 2026, the name of the clinical department at our affiliated hospital was changed to the “Department of Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery” to more accurately reflect the scope and focus of our clinical practice. In addition to head and neck reconstruction and breast reconstruction performed in close collaboration with other clinical departments, we have actively disseminated our clinical and academic achievements both nationally and internationally in reconstructive surgery for facial paralysis, skin cancer, vascular malformations, and other conditions within the field of skin and soft-tissue tumor surgery. Through this recruitment, we seek a reconstructive surgeon with extensive knowledge and experience across a wide range of reconstructive fields who is capable of providing the high-quality reconstructive surgical care required at our university hospital. Details of the business Education, Research, and Clinical Services Work content and job description Education, Research, and Clinical Practice The faculty will engage in clinical practice, student education, and research in the field of reconstructive surgery, including head and neck reconstruction and breast reconstruction. Social Contribution and Clinical Implementation To further contribute to regional healthcare by strengthening reconstructive surgical care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, including those with head and neck cancer and breast cancer, and by promoting the provision of advanced medical care. To enhance reconstructive surgical care across a broad range of clinical fields, including multidisciplinary procedures performed in collaboration with other departments, and to promote advanced and innovative medical care. Assigned department: Existing departments Work location Address: 236-0004 Kanagawa Yokohama 3-9 Fukuura, Kanazawa-ku Yokohama City University Hospital Number of hired Number of hired: 1 person(s) Hiring date: 2027-03-01 00:00:00 Starting date: 2027-03-01 00:00:00 Additional Information Benefits Compensation Recognised Researcher (R2) Annual salary: 5 million yen Working hours: 08:30-17:15 Employment type: Regular employee Employment type description: Variable Working Hours System Contract period: Nontenured Contract period description: (1) Term of office 5 years (renewable). An examination will be conducted at the time of renewal of the term, and the maximum term of office will be 10 years. (2) Retirement age is 65 years old. The first March 31 after the date of reaching 65 years of age shall be the mandatory retirement date. (3) Promotion system is available. The employment contract is on an annual basis, and for mid-year hires, the year of hire is the first year of the employment contract period. Probationary period: present Probationary period description: 6 months under the employment rules Established Researcher (R3) Annual salary: 5 million yen Working hours: 08:30-17:15 Employment type: Regular employee Employment type description: Variable Working Hours System Contract period: Nontenured Contract period description: (1) Term of office 5 years (renewable). An examination will be conducted at the time of renewal of the term, and the maximum term of office will be 10 years. (2) Retirement age is 65 years old. The first March 31 after the date of reaching 65 years of age shall be the mandatory retirement date. (3) Promotion system is available. The employment contract is on an annual basis, and for mid-year hires, the year of hire is the first year of the employment contract period. Probationary period: present Probationary period description: 6 months under the employment rules First Stage Researcher (R1) Annual salary: 4 million yen Wages description: 4.5 million yen or more Working hours: 08:30-17:15 Employment type: Regular employee Employment type description: Variable Working Hours System Contract period: Nontenured Contract period description: (1) Term of office 3 years (renewable). An examination will be conducted at the time of renewal of the term, and the maximum term of office will be 6 years. (2) Retirement age is 65 years old. The first March 31 after the date of reaching 65 years of age shall be the mandatory retirement date. (3) Promotion system is available. The employment contract is on an annual basis, and for mid-year hires, the year of hire is the first year of the employment contract period. Probationary period: present Probationary period description: 6 months under the employment rules Established Researcher (R3) Annual salary: 6 million yen Working hours: 08:30-17:15 Employment type: Regular employee Employment type description: Variable Working Hours System Contract period: Tenured Contract period description: (1) Term of office: No fixed term. (2) Retirement age is 65 years old. The first March 31 after the date of reaching 65 years of age shall be the mandatory retirement date. (3) Promotion system is available. The employment contract is on an annual basis, and for mid-year hires, the year of hire is the first year of the employment contract period. Probationary period: present Probationary period description: 6 months under the employment rules Various systems Pay increase system: available Bonus: available (Bonuses are included in annual salary.) Retirement allowances: available Transportation expenses: available Retirement age: available Insurance Employees' Health Insurance: available Employees' Pension Insurance: available Worker's accident insurance: available Employment insurance: available Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace Smoking is prohibited on the premises of the University and its two affiliated hospitals. Supplementary explanation of compensation Annual salary based on position, performance, and duties. *The salary level for the first year will be calculated based on work experience and career history. *Retirement allowance will be paid separately upon retirement from the corporation. Additional comments Those who are selected through this open recruitment will be required to sign an employment contract with Yokohama City University Public University Corporation in accordance with the regulations established by Yokohama City University Public University Corporation. Applicants will be responsible for any travel and accommodation expenses required for the second round of selection (interview). Smoking is prohibited on the premises of the University and its two affiliated hospitals. Required degree and education for application eligibility was revised on November 4. Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Yokohama City University Country: Japan City: Kanagawa Contact City: Kanagawa