短時間勤務職員 (非常勤研究員)

July 17, 2026

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: PART-TIME POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW POSITION

The Institute of Seismology and Volcanology, Faculty of Science, Hokkaido University, invites

applicants for the following Part-time Postdoctoral Fellow position.

1. Position Title

Part-time Postdoctoral Fellow

1. Number of Positions

One

1. Work Location

Institute of Seismology and Volcanology, Faculty of Science, Hokkaido University

(No changes anticipated)

1. Duties

Research in seismology, volcanology, or related fields

(No changes anticipated)

1. Qualifications

The applicant must have a doctoral degree on the date of appointment

1. Desired Start Date

From the earliest possible date after October 1, 2026

1. Period of Employment

From the starting date (on or after October 1, 2026) through March 31, 2027

1. Renewal

Renewal of the contract may be possible. It will be determined at the end of the contract

period based on factors such as workload, work performance, and the availability of funds.

The total period of employment may not exceed three years from the initial date of

appointment.

1. Probation Period

1 month

1. Salary

In accordance with the Hokkaido University Work Regulations for Part-Time Employees

(1) Hourly wage: JPY 3,800

(2) Allowances: Commuting and overtime allowances are provided in accordance with

the university regulations.

1. Working Conditions

(1) Working days: Monday through Friday

(2) Fixed working hours system: standard 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(3) Break: None

(4) Overtime: Applicable

(5) Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays prescribed by Japanese law,

December 29 through January 3, and other days designated by the university

1. Insurance

(1) Employee Pension Insurance (Kousei Nenkin)

(2) MEXT Mutual Aid Association Health Insurance

(3) Employment Insurance

(4) Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance

1. Name of Recruiting Institution

National University Corporation Hokkaido University

1. Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited on campus except in designated outdoor smoking areas.

1. Application Documents

(1) Curriculum vitae: Personal ID photo, date of birth, nationality, current address, contact

information (phone number, E-mail address), academic background, work experience,

activities in academic societies, awards, and research grants obtained, etc. Other records

can be included such as invited talks at conferences.

• Applicants who have been employed by Hokkaido University after April 1, 2013 (any

position, including Part-time Lecturer, TA, TF, RA and Short-term Support Assistant, etc.)

should provide full details of their employment history.

(2) List of scientific publications categorized as below:

A. Peer-reviewed papers and reviews

B. Non-peer-reviewed papers and reviews

C. Books

D. Other publications such as commentaries, reports, etc.

(3) Research plans and goals (approx. 1,500-2,000 English words in total)

＊The submitted application documents will be handled with strict confidentiality to protect

your personal information and will not be returned.

1. Application Deadline

August 10, 2026 (documents must be received by this date)

• Combine documents (1)–(3), in that order, into a single PDF file and send it by email to the

address below. If you do not receive an acknowledgment within three days after submitting

the documents, please contact “Contact Address”.

1. Selection Process

Screening of application documents

Applicants will be notified of the result by Monday, August 31, 2026.

1. Research Expenses

Expenses related to research, such as travel and publication fees, may be provided in

accordance with university regulations. For reference, approximately JPY 270,000 was

provided in FY2025. The actual amount will depend on research needs and is not

guaranteed.

1. Contact Address

Professor OHZONO Mako

Institute of Seismology and Volcanology, Faculty of Science, Hokkaido University

Kita 10 Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-0810 Japan

Phone +81-11-706-2911

E-mail: [email protected]

1. Missions and Members of the Institute of Seismology and Volcanology:

Refer to: https://isv.sci.hokudai.ac.jp/english/