Recruitment of Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Advanced Life Science, Hokkaido University (Laboratory of Photobiology)

[Recruitment background]
Faculty of Advanced Life Science, Hokkaido University invites applications for a assistant professor position in the Laboratory of Photobiology. The laboratory's research aims to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying protein function, with a particular focus on photoreceptor proteins, especially microbial rhodopsins. Using time-resolved spectroscopic and electrochemical measurements of structural intermediates, we investigate how sequential reactions within proteins give rise to their functions. We also aim to create novel functions based on the knowledge gained from these studies, understand biological phenomena involving photoreceptor proteins, and explore applications in environmental and medical fields. To advance research and education in these areas, we seek candidates with knowledge and experience in experimental biophysical approaches to proteins who are highly motivated to study the molecular mechanisms and functional engineering of photoreceptor proteins. We also welcome candidates who are eager to advance their research by developing new measurement methods and experimental systems, or by incorporating computational approaches, without being limited to existing methods.

Work content and job description

[Duties and Responsibilities]
[Immediately after hiring]
Graduate courses for Transdisciplinary Life Science Course in Division of Life Science or Division of Soft Matter including subjects related to biology and biophysics conducted in English. For undergraduate course, specialized course for department of Biological Sciences (Macromolecular Functions) in School of Science. Additionally, there are common subjects offered for the School of Science, as well as general education courses for undergraduate students. After assuming his (her) new position, he (she) will work with Associate Professor Takashi Kikukawa in photobiology.
[Scope of Change]
Duties as determined by the University
[Subjects in charge and facility management]
Graduate courses for Transdisciplinary Life Science Course in Division of Life Science or Division of Soft Matter including subjects conducted in English. For undergraduate course, specialized course for department of Biological Sciences (Macromolecular Functions) in School of Science. Additionally, there are common subjects offered for the School of Science, as well as general education courses for undergraduate students.

Work experience
(2) Have excellent research ability and achievements in biophysics, protein science, or related research fields.

Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance :
available. Social insurance status: Mutual Association of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
[Status of passive smoking prevention measures] No smoking on campus, except for specific outdoor smoking areas

Attached documents

Application Form :
Online Submission
(1) Curriculum vitae including a photograph and records of awards. *Provide detailed information on any experience working for Hokkaido University after April 1, 2013, including positions such as part-time lecturer, teaching assistant (TA), teaching fellow (TF), research assistant (RA), and any other relevant part-time work, if applicable.

Selection

[Selection process] If an applicant passes the document screening, an interview will be conducted. Please be noted that the travel fees are not covered for interview attendees.