10 Sep 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company: University of Shizuoka
Research Field: Criminology; Cultural studies; Educational sciences; Communication sciences; Economics; Arts; Ethics in physical sciences; Demography; Ethics in natural sciences; Ethics in health sciences; Religious sciences; Sociology; Anthropology; Literature; Language sciences; Geography; Juridical sciences; Management sciences; Ethics in social sciences; Psychological sciences; Political sciences; Philosophy; History
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2); Established Researcher (R3)
Application Deadline: 6 Nov 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 University of Shizuoka invites qualified applications for specially appointed faculty positions as outlined below.
https://langcom.u-shizuoka-ken.ac.jp/
Work content and job description
(1) Courses may include grammar, reading, listening, speaking, writing, presentation, TOEIC preparation, TOEFL preparation, and other related English courses.
The successful applicants will normally teach ten 90-minute classes per week.
(2) Language Learning Support Duties at the Center
- Preparing syllabi for English courses and selecting textbooks and other instructional materials
- Holding one office hour per week and providing consultation and support to students, including assistance with English language learning and advice regarding study abroad
- Assisting with orientation sessions and pre-departure preparation for short-term overseas language programs
- Performing other language learning support duties as directed by the Director or Vice Director of the Center
(3) Administrative Duties at the Center
Administrative duties include assisting with the proctoring of examinations and other related tasks.
Assigned department: Existing departments
Work location
Address: 422-8526 Shizuoka 52-1 Yada, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka City
Number of hired
Number of hired: 3 person(s)
Hiring date: 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Starting date: 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Additional Information
Benefits
[Compensation]
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Annual salary: 3 million yen - 4 million yen
Wages description: Base salary: 274,500 yen per month
Special wages, commuting allowances, etc., are subject to university regulations.
Working hours: 08:30-17:15
Break time: 12:00-13:00
Holidays: Sundays and Saturdays; holidays defined by the Act on National Holidays (Act No. 178 of 1948); the year-end and New Year period (from December 29 to January 3 of the following year); and the period from August 13 to 15.
Overtime and other explanations: For details, please refer to the university's employment regulations.
Employment type: Contract employee
Employment type description: Fixed-term employee
Contract period: Nontenured
Contract period description: The initial appointment will be for one year and may be renewed annually. However, the total period of employment may not extend beyond March 31, 2030.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Probationary period 1 month
Established Researcher (R3)
Annual salary: 3 million yen - 4 million yen
Wages description: Base salary: 274,500 yen per month
Special wages, commuting allowances, etc., are subject to university regulations.
Working hours: 08:30-17:15
Break time: 12:00-13:00
Holidays: Sundays and Saturdays; holidays defined by the Act on National Holidays (Act No. 178 of 1948); the year-end and New Year period (from December 29 to January 3 of the following year); and the period from August 13 to 15.
Overtime and other explanations: For details, please refer to the university's employment regulations.
Employment type: Contract employee
Employment type description: Fixed-term employee
Contract period: Nontenured
Contract period description: The initial appointment will be for one year and may be renewed annually. However, the total period of employment may not extend beyond March 31, 2030.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Probationary period 1 month
Established Researcher (R3)
Annual salary: 4 million yen - 6 million yen
Wages description: Base salary: 328,800 yen per month (*348,800 yen for holders of a doctoral degree)
Special wages, commuting allowances, etc., are subject to university regulations.
Working hours: 08:30-17:15
Break time: 12:00-13:00
Holidays: Sundays and Saturdays; holidays defined by the Act on National Holidays (Act No. 178 of 1948); the year-end and New Year period (from December 29 to January 3 of the following year); and the period from August 13 to 15.
Overtime and other explanations: For details, please refer to the university's employment regulations.
Employment type: Contract employee
Employment type description: Fixed-term employee
Contract period: Nontenured
Contract period description: The initial appointment will be for one year and may be renewed annually. However, the total period of employment may not extend beyond March 31, 2030.
Probationary period: Probationary period present
Probationary period description: Probationary period 1 month
Various systems
Bonus: Yes
Transportation expenses: Yes
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance: Yes
Employees' Pension Insurance: Yes
Worker's accident insurance: Yes
Employment insurance: Yes
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Supplementary explanation of compensation
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: University of Shizuoka
Country: Japan
City: Shizuoka