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Tohoku University, Graduate School of Science

Position ID:
Tohoku University-Graduate School of Science-PHYS20261 [#32530]
Position Title: 
One Professor or Associate Professor
Position Type:
Tenured & Senior faculty
Position Location:
Sendai, Miyagi 980-8578, Japan
Subject Areas: 
Physics / Nuclear & Particle Theory
Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics / Theoretical Physics
Quantum Gravity
quantum gravity/quantum cosmology
Quantum Computing (more...)
Appl Deadline:
2026/10/30 10:59:59** (posted 2026/08/31, updated 2026/08/28, listed until 2026/10/30)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

Faculty Position in the Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science, Tohoku University

The Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science, Tohoku University invites applications for one faculty position at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor, as described below. 

 1. Position 

  •  One Professor or Associate Professor 
Applicants should indicate in their cover letter their preferred rank: Professor, Associate Professor, or either. The final rank of appointment will be determined based on the applicant’s preference, research and teaching record, and the outcome of the selection process.

 2. Affiliation

The successful candidate will be affiliated with one of these groups, depending on their field of expertise and related considerations. 

 3. Research Field 

 We seek candidates working broadly in theoretical physics related to quantum science. We particularly welcome researchers who can develop original research in areas connecting particle physics and cosmology, nuclear theory, and condensed matter theory—including fields such as quantum gravity and quantum many-body physics—with quantum information, quantum computing, quantum technologies, and quantum sensing, as well as at the interfaces among these fields. 

 4. Responsibilities 

 The successful candidate will conduct research in the areas described above, contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in the Department of Physics, and participate in university administration. 

 5. Qualifications 

 Applicants must hold a Ph.D. and have an outstanding research record in theoretical physics related to quantum science. 

 6. Starting Date 

  •  As early as possible on or after June 1, 2027. 

 7. Terms of Employment 

  • Term: The position is permanent and subject to Tohoku University’s mandatory retirement regulations. 
  • Salary: Salary will be determined in accordance with Tohoku University regulations, taking into account the successful candidate’s experience and employment history. 
  • Work location: Aobayama Campus, Tohoku University 6-3 Aoba, Aramaki, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan 
 Other terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the relevant regulations of Tohoku University. 

 8. Application Materials 

 All application materials must be prepared in English. 
  1.  Cover Letter:  Please indicate your preferred rank: Professor, Associate Professor, or either. 
  2.  Curriculum Vitae:  Please include educational background, employment history, teaching experience, student supervision, external research funding, awards and honors, and other relevant academic activities.
  3.  Publication List:  Please provide a list of publications and clearly identify up to five representative publications. 
  4.  Research Statement:  Please describe your major research achievements to date and your future research plans. 
  5.  References: Names, affiliations, positions, and email addresses of three referees who may be contacted regarding the applicant. 

 9. Application Procedure 

 Applications must be submitted through AcademicJobsOnline. Please submit all application materials listed above through AcademicJobsOnline. Applications submitted by email or postal mail will not be accepted. 

 10. Application Deadline 

  •  October 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST) 

 11. Selection Process 

 Selection will be based on a review of the application materials and interviews. Interviews will be conducted either in person or online. 

 12. Contact Information 

Department of Physics Graduate School of Science, Tohoku University 
6-3 Aoba, Aramaki, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-8578, Japan 

Particle Physics and Cosmology / Nuclear Theory: 
Fuminobu Takahashi 
E-mail: fumi@tohoku.ac.jp

Condensed Matter Theory: 
Naokazu Shibata
E-mail: naokazu.shibata.e6@tohoku.ac.jp 

 13. Additional Information 

  • Japanese language proficiency is not required at the time of application. However, the successful candidate is expected to acquire Japanese language skills necessary for teaching and administrative duties after appointment. 

  • Tohoku University promotes activities to increase Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and encourages people of varied talents from all backgrounds to apply for positions at the university.

  • Pursuant to Article 8 of the Act on Securing, Etc. of Equal Opportunity and Treatment between Men and Women in Employment, Tohoku University shall, as a measure for increasing the presence of women among the academic staff, prioritize the hiring of women deemed qualified for each job opening, based on impartial evaluation.

  • Tohoku University has published ‘Tohoku University-Live as Who You Are-Guidelines for Gender and Sexual Diversity' to provide explanations and details of how those at the university should respond with respect to diverse sexuality. The purpose of the guidelines is to create an environment in which all students, faculty, and staff respect diverse sexuality in their academic, research, and professional activities.

  • Tohoku University has the largest on-campus childcare system of all Japanese national universities. This network comprises three nurseries: Kawauchi Keyaki Nursery school (capacity: 22) and Aobayama Midori Nursery school (116), both open to all university employees, as well as Hoshinoko Nursery school (120), which is open to employees working at Tohoku University Hospital. In addition, Tohoku University Hospital runs a childcare room for mildly ill and convalescent children which is available to all university employees.

  • See the following website for information on these and other programs that Tohoku University runs to assist work-life balance, to support researchers, and to advance gender equality, including measures to promote childcare leave among male employees. 
Center for Diversity,Equity,and Inclusion,Tohoku University Website: 
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/vision/consulting/for_family/
Human Resources and Planning Department website:
https://c.bureau.tohoku.ac.jp/jinji-top/external/a-4-kosodate/
  • Personal information contained in the application materials will be used solely for the purposes of this selection process and subsequent appointment procedures.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.phys.tohoku.ac.jp/en/
email address
 
School of Science, Tohoku University
6-3, Aramaki Aza-Aoba, Aoba-ku, Sendai 980-8578, Japan