Associate professor, or assistant professor (non-tenure-track) in the Faculty of Science and Engineering English Degree Program

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is looking for applicants for 1 contract non-tenure associate professor or assistant professor position who will be responsible for teaching and assisting in the program management of the English Degree Program managed by the Center for English Language Education in Science and Engineering (CELESE).

Work content and job description
(1) Teach courses in the English Degree Program in the area of specialization and other education related duties.
・Teach 4 courses each semester (14-week 100 minutes lectures).
・Contribute to the English Degree Program design and course development.
(2) Participate in individual and group research activities as well as other related research activities.
・Conduct independent and collaborative research, including securing research grants and publishing in academic journals.
・Engage in academic and professional research activities, such as attending conferences, peer reviewing, and con-tributing to research networks.
(3) Participate in faculty and other university committees, as-sist with entrance examinations, and engage in other university-related duties.
・Attend regular CELESE meetings.
・Fulfill other administrative responsibilities as assigned by the University and the Director of CELESE.
(4) Other duties stipulated by university regulations.

Common to all Job Types
Annual Salary :

3 million yen
~
11 million yen

Work experience
Qualified applicants must have experience teaching at tertiary education institutions and demonstrate an understanding of the skills students need to study their science and engineering disciplines in English, as well as the ability to teach those skills effectively. Ideally, candidates should also have experience managing an educational program.

Description
Other Requirements
Qualified applicants must possess:
・English proficiency sufficient for teaching and partici-pating in departmental duties.
・Japanese proficiency for handling daily administrative tasks.
・Proficiency in IT tools and technology for both teach-ing and administrative responsibilities.

Common to all Job Types
Nontenured

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Non-tenure track

Supplementary explanation of compensation
A transport allowance from the successful applicant's official residence to the place of work will be provided, subject to distance limitations as specified in university regulations.
Non-tenured contract positions are not eligible for university sponsored retirement benefits.
Employer’s pension, health insurance, industrial accident compensation insurance, and labor insurance are available.

Considerations for conducting interviews (e.g., those who live far away, such as overseas)
As a general rule, interviews will be face-to-face, but if there is a special reason, we will consider online interviews.

Description
Associate Professor (non-tenure-track) or Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track)

Job content supplemental explanation
Waseda University will determine the successful applicant’s rank based on their educational and research experience and will communicate the decision when extending the job offer.

Attached documents
Other online application forms
Please submit all documents in a single PDF file (20MB max.) through the JREC-IN system by the deadline.
※Applications by post will not be accepted
Required documents to be submitted:
(1) Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Include a photo and your email address (format is flexible).
(2) List of Publications and Research Outputs
Format is reverse chronological order.
(3) Summary Table of Resume Information
Use the attached Resume Summary Table template.
(4) Three Representative Publications
Clearly identify these in the List of Publications.
(5) Summary of Research to Date
Approximately 500 words in English. (Indicate the extent to which you used generative AI and translation services to complete the statement)
(6) Statement on the Education of Science and Engineering Students
Provide your thoughts on how to prepare science and engineering students to study at university through the medium of English. Approximately 500 words in English. (Indicate the ex-tent to which you used generative AI and translation services to complete the statement)
(7) Future Research Plan
Approximately 500 words in English. (Indicate the extent to which you used generative AI and translation services to complete the statement)
(8) Referee Contact Information
Provide the names, affiliations, positions, email addresses, and telephone numbers of up to three referees who can comment on your professional background.
(9) Copies of Academic Certificates
Submit copies of your undergraduate degree certificate and certificate for your highest completed academic qualification.
※Applicants may be asked to submit additional documents
※Application documents will only be used as part of the hiring process and privacy will be maintained according to Waseda University regulations and the Japanese Act on the Protection of Personal Information.
※The successful applicant will be required to submit the CV and list of publications and research outputs using the Waseda University format will be provided when necessary.

Selection
Stage 1: Selection based on review of application forms
Applications must arrive no later than October 23, 2026 (Fri) 23:59.
※Submissions received after deadline will not be accepted.
Stage 2: Interviews will be held on November 7 (Sat) and/or November 8 (Sun), 2026. The interviews will be held face-to-face on the Nishi-Waseda Campus of Waseda University. The interview will take approximately one hour and include a presentation about your research as well as a simulated lesson. A detailed procedure for the interview will be sent to applicants who pass the first stage
※Any expenses incurred during the application process, including transportation to and from the interview and accommodation, shall be the sole responsibility of the applicant and will not be reimbursed by the university.
※All decisions are final, and no inquiries regarding them will be accepted.

Notification of result
All applicants will be notified of the results via e-mail on November 9, 2026 (Mon)（tentative）