Professor

9 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 Academic research on space flight systems including space transportation system. ISAS/JAXA is actively promoting research on space transportation systems aiming to secure more flexible access to space as part of advanced space science research. To build a reusable system that can efficiently and frequently make repeated transportation between the earth and space, it is necessary not only to improve operational efficiency but also to drastically enhance the system's flight performance. It is recognized that achieving these objectives requires an innovative space transportation system that is clearly differentiated from existing reusable systems. For example, an air-beathing engine whose propulsion performance is significantly higher than that of rocket engines, and space transportation using an air-breather which combines improved flight performance achieved by lifting-body flight with improved operability through compact vehicle design, are expected. The realization of a such space transportation system that “takes advantage of the atmosphere” requires not only the acquisition of new engine technologies, but also systems design technology that integrates various perspectives, such as aerodynamic design, structural design and flight trajectory design, so that the engine’s performance can be maximized. Similarly, in transportation systems that include landing on and ascent from celestial bodies, the acquisition of innovative propulsion system technologies, or a dramatic improvement in the performance of existing technologies, is a key factor, while systems design that incorporates these technologies into the overall system is likewise indispensable. For details, please refer to the application guidelines posted on the JAXA Employment Opportunities website . Work content and job description The duties and responsibilities of the Professor position in this recruitment are as follows: Promotion of research and development of space transportation systems, considering the characteristics of new propulsion systems, by approaching the effort from both propulsion engineering and systems engineering perspectives. To strongly lead a broad range of research fields concerning space transportation systems that connect the ground to deep space. Contribution to the education of graduate students. In view of these duties, the Professor to be recruited in this recruitment must meet at least the following requirements. Have research or practical experience, such as flight experiment, in the field of space transportation systems or propulsion systems, and have achievements that are highly evaluated both in Japan and worldwide. Have the ability and willingness to promote research and to provide leadership on space transportation systems applicable to future space science projects. Have the ability and willingness to actively engage in the activities required for space science project execution, not limited to his/her specialized field. Demonstrated ability to educate and supervise graduate students. Scope of job defined by the agency. Assigned department: Existing departments Work location Address: 252-5210 Kanagawa JAXA Sagamihara Campus (3-1-1 Yoshinodai, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara) Locations determined by the agency in the case of changes due to personnel transfers, organizational restructuring, etc. When telework is performed according to the organization's rules, its location is also included. Number of hired: 1 person(s) Hiring date: 2027-05-01 Starting date: 2027-05-01 Job content supplemental explanation: May 1st, 2027 or the earliest possible date thereafter Additional Information Benefits Compensation Annual salary: 7 million yen Wages description: Salary will be determined under the provision of JAXA wage rules and regulations, considering qualifications and experience. Working hours: 09:30-17:45 Break time: 12:15-13:00 Holidays: Saturdays and Sundays, National Holidays, New Year Holidays (December 29th - January 3rd), others when JAXA deems it necessary, etc. Overtime and other explanations: In principle, The Discretionary Labor System for Professional Work shall be applied. Working hours: basically 9:30-17:45. The break time: 45mins if the working hours a day exceed 6 hrs, and 1 hour if the working hours exceed 8 hrs. Regardless of the above those who apply The Discretionary Labor System for Professional Work shall have a deemed working hour of 7 hrs and 45 mins a day. Overtime work may be required depending on the work situation. Employment type: Regular employee Contract period: Tenured Contract period description: Term of Employment: Non fixed term Probationary period: Probationary period present Probationary period description: Term of Probationary: 6 months from the date of hire Various systems Pay increase system: available Bonus: available Retirement allowances: available Transportation expenses: available Retirement age: available. Retirement age is 65. Insurance Employees' Health Insurance: available Employees' Pension Insurance: available Worker's accident insurance: available Employment insurance: available Supplementary explanation of compensation Leave: Paid annual leave; special leave (including maternity, bereavement, marriage, and work-life balance-related leave); child nursing leave; family care leave; parental leave; and other leave as provided under the Agency’s regulations. Housing: Depending on operational needs, individual circumstances, and availability, organization-provided housing (single or family) may be offered. Alternatively, a housing allowance may be provided in accordance with the Agency’s regulations. Continuous occupancy of the same housing is limited to a maximum of seven years. Social insurance: Enrollment in social insurance programs, including health insurance and pension insurance, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Country: Japan City: Kanagawa