Job description
- Background of the recruitment and description of the projectThe Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI), Kyoto University invites applications for a permanent Professor position.http://www.dpri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/
- Work content and job descriptionThe appointed professor is required to develop a comprehensive global water dynamics analysis model that forecasts physical and hydrological processes in terrestrial surface waters, human interventions relating to water resources management, and water demand based on socio-economic data and to conduct research that contributes to resolving water resources issues in transboundary river systems, such as international rivers, and to water resources planning that takes into account future climate and societal changes. Furthermore, the candidate is expected to take the lead in relevant research fields both in Japan and abroad and contribute to the development of new research in the field of water resources. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for educating students in the Department of Urban Management, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University. A Ph.D. or an equivalent degree is required, and the candidate is expected to be able to deliver lectures in both Japanese and English.
- Assigned departmentExisting departmentsResearch Section of Global Water Dynamics, Water Resources Research Center, Atmosphere-Hydrosphere Research Group, Disaster Prevention Research Institute,
Job type
- Professor level
Research field
- Social Infrastructure – Hydroengineering
- Natural Science – Human geosciences
Wages
- Annual Salary : 8 million yen ~Salary and Allowance: To be determined in accordance with Kyoto University regulations.
Working hours
- Working hours :08:30-17:15Break time :12:00-13:00Holidays : Days off: Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory holidays under the Act on National Holidays, Year-end and New Year’s holidays, and Anniversary of Foundation of the University.Overtime and other explanations : Discretionary labor system (standard working hours: 7 hours 45 minutes per day, 38 hours 45 minutes per week). If the discretionary labor system is not chosen the working hours are from 8:30 to 17:15 with a break between 12:00 to 13:00. Overtime may be ordered.
Application requirements
Qualifications
- Education and Degree RequirementsPh.D. / Doctor
- DescriptionA Ph.D. or an equivalent degree is required, and the candidate is expected to be able to deliver lectures in both Japanese and English.
Employment Type
- Regular employee
Contract period
- Tenured – Non-tenure trackProbationary period presentProbation period: 6 months
Work location
- 611-0011 Kyoto Gokasho, Uji, Research Section of Global Water Dynamics, Water Resources Research Center, Atmosphere-Hydrosphere Research Group, Disaster Prevention Research Institute,at home or other places if University allows or orders to work remotely
Compensation
- Various systemsOthers : Social insurance: (1) National Public Service Mutual Aid Associations, (2) Employee’s pension insurance, (3) Unemployment insurance, and (4) Worker’s accident insurance
- InsuranceOthers : Social insurance: (1) National Public Service Mutual Aid Associations, (2) Employee’s pension insurance, (3) Unemployment insurance, and (4) Worker’s accident insurance
- Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplaceThe university prohibits smoking in all campus buildings except in designated outside smoking areas for the purpose of preventing the adverse health effects of second-hand smoke.
Application Considerations
Number of hired
- Job content supplemental explanationAs early as possible on or after April 1, 2027.
Application period
- 2026/10/13~2026/12/18 Deadline for receiptThe complete application package must arrive by the deadline of 17:00 JST, December 18, 2026
Application method
- Application documents (specified forms)
- Attached documentsApplication Form : MailingAchievements and Activities : MailingDivided clearly into refereed journal papers and othersOther Mailing Documents
Applicants should prepare the following materials:
(1) Curriculum vitae
(2) List of publications (divided clearly into refereed journal papers and others)
(3) Copies of up to five relevant papers
(4) Brief summary of research and related contributions (up to three A4 pages)
(5) Statement of research plans (up to three A4 pages, including figures)
(6) Recommendation letters from two references (a recommendation letter may be substituted by the name and contact information of a reference, including the postal address, and e-mail address)
The complete application package must arrive by the deadline of 17:00 JST, December 18, 2026 at the following address:
Selection Committee for Global Water Dynamics Professor
Administrative Office, Uji Campus,
Kyoto University
Gokasho, Uji, Kyoto 611-0011 JAPAN
Applicants must send the package by registered mail or direct submission. Applicants are not allowed to submit it by e-mail or through internet. - Return of application documentsOthersThe university will not return your application documents.
- Application document submission method (physically mailed documents)611-0011 Kyoto Gokasyo, Uji
Selection Committee for Global Water Dynamics Professor Administrative OfficePrecautions : The complete application package must arrive by the deadline of 17:00 JST, December 18, 2026 at the following address:
Selection Committee for Global Water Dynamics Professor
Administrative Office, Uji Campus,
Kyoto University
Gokasho, Uji, Kyoto 611-0011 JAPAN
Applicants must send the package by registered mail or direct submission. Applicants are not allowed to submit it by e-mail or through internet.
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Selection / Notification of result
- SelectionAfter document screening, we will conduct an interview if necessary.
- Notification of resultWe will notify after the selection.
Contact details
Kyoto University
Disaster Prevention Research Institute, Kyoto University
Selection Committee for Global Water Dynamics Professor Administrative Office
0774383348
apply_staff(at)dpri.kyoto-u.ac.jp
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For inquiries, you can send e-mail to apply_staff ‘at’ dpri.kyoto-u.ac.jp (replace ‘at’ with @)
For more information about DPRI, see https://www.dpri.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/.
Notes
Additional notes
(1)The university will not return your application documents.
Personal information contained in the application documents will be used solely for the purpose of screening applicants and never for any other purposes.
(2)Kyoto University is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications regardless of gender or disability.
The university is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer．
(3)With regard to the evaluation of research achievements, the impact of periods of interruption in research activities due to childbirth, childcare, nursing care, etc. (blank periods) will be taken into consideration. If there are blank periods, please indicate them at the end of the list of publications.
(4)The university prohibits smoking in all campus buildings except in designated outside smoking areas for the purpose of preventing the adverse health effects of second-hand smoke.
(5)Kyoto University is committed to preventing harassment against job applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and has implemented the following measures, including providing counseling staffs and services.
https://www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/about/human-rights/harassment-policy-at-kyoto-university
