Faculty Position in the Division of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University

1. Outline

The Laboratory for Physiological Functional Imaging, Department of Medical Physics and Engineering, Division of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University is studying the elucidation of the function expression mechanisms of the brain, especially the basal ganglia. Our research involves the use and development of multiscale and multimodal measurement techniques, including whole brain activity imaging with quantitative activity-induced manganese-enhanced MRI, in vivo imaging with ultra-thin fluorescence endoscopy, in vitro Ca2+ imaging and electrophysiological measurement, and behavioral experiments. The laboratory is seeking an academic staff member who has a flexible attitude and can contribute to developing and harnessing the strength of the laboratory’s research. The successful applicant will be responsible for not only conducting research but also teaching liberal arts and other subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Inquiries regarding this position are welcome.

2. Position, Specialized field

Assistant Professor, Neurophysiology

3. Qualifications

[Essential]
Applicants must have:
(1) A doctoral degree
(2) Excellent research achievements in the related fields
(3) Business level or above Japanese language proficiency
(4) Possess the character and insight appropriate for an assistant professor at Osaka University.

[Preferred]
Applicants with experience of supervising students at undergraduate and graduate level. Applicants have abilities to teach lectures and practical training in medical imaging technology and science and medical physics and engineering. Experience in one or more of the following. Small animal MRI In vivo Ca2+ imaging In vivo electrophysiology In vitro Ca2+ imaging In vitro Ca2+ imaging In vitro electrophysiology Computational neuroscience

4. Number of Positions

1

5. Starting Date

December 1, 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

6. Salary and Benefits

Based on “47.Salary Regulations for National University Corporation Osaka University Limited Term Staff Subject to New Annual Salary System”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/kitei_shugyou.html

7. Application Documents

Applications must be written in English or Japanese and include the following

1. A Curriculum Vitae *Please use the university form for educational/research positions available at the following website.
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/news/employ/links

2. A list of research achievements (original papers, review papers, books, patents, presentations at international conferences)

3. Reprints of up to five major original papers (7 copies, photocopiesacceptable) and their list and summaries

4. An outline of research and education achievements (within two A4 pages)

5. A research plan and educational aspirations (within two A4 pages)

6. List of research grants received over the past five years (research grant name, fiscal year, representative / share, amount)

7. Name, affiliation, and contact information of two professional referees who are willing to be contacted about the applicant

8. USB memory stick, CD-R, or DVD containing items 1 to 7

*Submit 3 hard copies of items 1 to 7 except for the reprints *Personal information in the application documents will only be used for the purpose of screening and hiring procedures, and will not be disclosed to any third party.

8. Application Deadline

September 13, 2024 (Japan Standard Time)

9. Sending Address and Contact Information If submitted by postal service:

Attention: Professor Makoto Osanai
Department of Medical Physics and Engineering, Division of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University 1-7 Yamada-oka, Suita-city, Osaka 565-0871, JAPAN *Write “Application for faculty position Assistant Professor in Department of Medical Physics and Engineering” on the front of the envelope in RED ink.
*Applications should be sent by registered mail.

If submitted by e-mail:
*Send an application form and all required documents described in “7.
Application Documents” to Professor Makoto Osanai whose e-mail address is “osanai@sahs.med.osaka-u.ac.jp”.
*Write “Application for faculty position Assistant Professor in Department of Medical Physics and Engineering” in the subject line.
*Attach the application documents in PDF format (password protection is requested).
*Send the password in a separate e-mail.

Contact Person: Professor Makoto Osanai
Tel: +81-6-6879-2571 E-mail: osanai@sahs.med.osaka-u.ac.jp

10. Remarks

Please refer to the following web page for details.
https://sahswww.med.osaka-u.ac.jp/jpn/misc/kobo.html