The University of Aizu "Top Global University Project", MEXT

Seeking "Specific Project Support Staff" (Part-time)

Center for Globalization

The University of Aizu

The University of Aizu has been aiming to become an advanced model of a higher education institute - a local public university in the ICT field developing leading-edge ICT human resources on a multicultural campus. We were selected by MEXT as a "Top Global University" in September 2014, and within the concept of that project, we are proceeding to foster personnel resources in the ICT field (see https://www.u-aizu.ac.jp/sgu/en/ for details). To support this project, we are seeking a person for a fixed-term position as follows:

DETAILS

 1. Position
  Specific Project Support Staff (1 person)

  1. Qualifications (points to be considered for selection)
  • Understanding of the purpose of this project and willingness to promote the project with university faculty members and staff
  • Flexible thinking, cooperativeness, planning ability, and energy to take on new challenges
  • Experience and knowledge of managing meetings and training duties
  • Ability to act as a liaison and coordinator with foreign and domestic educational institutes and companies, both in English and Japanese
  • Ability to do student support, both in Japanese and English

  1. Duties

  Matters regarding promoting globalization of the University of Aizu

  • Carry out public relations (PR) regarding "Top Global University Project"
  • Assist managing "Innovation/Start-up Educational Program"
  • Assist liaison and coordination work regarding other overseas internship programs and projects
  • Do liaison and coordination work between UoA and financial support foundations and companies
  • Take on other duties related to the Top Global University Project as required

  1. Term of Employment

  From September 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021 (possibility of reappointment)

  1. Starting Date

  September 1, 2020 (Tue)

  1. Hiring Conditions
  • Hours and Days of work

  9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. (Lunch hour: 12:00 p.m. to 1 p.m.)

  Days off: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and year-end/New Year holidays

  • Salary

  10,100 yen/day

  • Commuting Allowance
    Depending on the commuting method and distance, based on university rules (maximum 64,000 yen/month).
  • Insurance
    Employment, occupational accident, health, and welfare pension will be covered.

  1. Selection Method

  Interview

  (1) Date: July 27 (Mon) ~28 (Tue), 2020

  * Interview time will be informed after submission of application package.

  (2) Location

  Conference Room (#128), Research Quadrangles (first floor)

  Univ. of Aizu, 90, Tsuruga, Ikki-machi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-8580

  1. Application Method

  (1) Application should include:

  1. CV
  2. Record of work experience (free format (A4 size vertical), work experience and motivation for applying for this position must be written specifically)
  3. Copy of score sheet of TOEIC, TOEFL, or equivalent English proficiency test.

  ※Application documents will not be returned.

  (2) Submit to:

  Center for Globalization Administration Office

  90, Tsuruga, Ikki-machi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-8580

  (3) Method of Submission:

  Submit the application package in person at the Center for Globalization on campus, or mail it via Japan Post.
  If you mail it, please send all required documents by delivery-certified mail such as "Kan'i-Kakitome".
  The university will not be held responsible for non-delivery if you send using methods other than registered
  mail.

  • Deadline:

  No later than 5:00 p.m. on July 21, 2020 (Tue)

  *In the case of a large number of applicants, the deadline may close earlier than above.

  1. Contact

  Ms. Hirano
  Center for Globalization, Administration Office

  Rm. 123, Research Quadrangles,

  90, Tsuruga, Ikki-machi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-8580
   Phone: 0242-37-2773
  Fax: 0242-37-2766
  E-mail: cfg-adm@u-aizu.ac.jp