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Join Tohoku University's Administrative Team
Tohoku University seeks skilled international talent to contribute to its growth
as a progressive and globally-oriented institution.
Make the most of your language and intercultural skills, gain experience and opportunities to learn, and be part of Tohoku University’s bold internationalization efforts. Take pride in and enjoy the benefits of working at one of Japan’s leading universities for research and education.
A welcoming and global community is waiting for you in Sendai!
How to Apply
①
Check the
Application Guidelines
Each opportunity posted below has different Application Guidelines. Carefully read the job description, necessary qualifications, etc.
NB: All positions require experience on the Japanese Government's JET Programme.
②
Prepare your resume
Submit your resume in Japanese in the prescribed Tohoku University format. Other resume formats will not be accepted.
③
Prepare other necessary documents
・Cover letter(s) in English or Japanese
・Proof of Japanese/English proficiency
・Other relevant certificates, etc., if required
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Submit your application
Send all application documents as per the instructions in the Application Guidelines.
NB: Correspondence will be in Japanese .
Job interviews will be conducted in Japanese.
Generally, job interviews will be conducted online.
International Staff Spotlight
Tohoku University becomes Japan's first
'University for International Research Excellence'
Tohoku University is one of Japan’s leading universities for education and research. It is continually increasing its international presence, partnering with top institutions worldwide and pushing for new discoveries and collaborations.
In November 2024, it was officially accredited as Japan's first ‘University for International Research Excellence’ and will receive extra
funds from a 10 trillion JPY investment. As Tohoku University enters this exciting new chapter, it has begun to implement a plan to reform its academic and research structure. This plan includes increasing its international students, researchers, faculty, and administrative staff.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Tohoku University
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.
Tohoku University’s website about the DEI Declaration is here:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/en/vision/about/
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. Please see the Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Tohoku University website:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/en/vision/consulting/for_minority/
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 website:
https://dei.tohoku.ac.jp/en/vision/consulting/for_family/
Human Resources and Planning Department website (in Japanese):
https://c.bureau.tohoku.ac.jp/jinji-top/external/a-4-kosodate/
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