Job Opening - Full Professorship in Theoretical Catalytic Chemistry

Catalysis Research Center of Hokkaido University, Japan invites applications for the
academic position of professor according to the following description:

1. Position Title
Full Professor
2. Section and Division
Section of Theoretical Catalytic Chemistry, Fundamental Research Division
3. Research Area and Scope of Work
The position entails broad knowledge of theoretical chemistry as it relates to
elucidating the fundamentals of catalysis and establishment of the rational design of
catalysts. Applications are welcome from highly motivated scholars that can develop
a new academic field as a leader of the next generation. Work includes the
participation in the graduate program at Graduate School of Chemical Sciences
and Engineering, Hokkaido University.
4. Expected Start Date
October 1, 2012
5. Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D.
6. Documents to Submit
Applicants should submit the following items on A4 paper (or equivalent) in any
format:
(1) Curriculum vitae (including picture, date of birth, nationality, current address,
contact information, educational history after high school, degrees acquired,
qualifications, employment history )
(2) Research achievements should be categorized into the following types: a)
refereed original papers, b) patents, c) reviews and commentaries, d) books, e)
invited lectures, f) grants awarded (main author only) and g) honors awarded.
(3) Offprints (or photocopies) of ten journal publications accomplished by three
copies of each journal publication
(4) Brief of research to date (approximately 2,000 words)
(5) Plan for research and education if appointed (approximately 2,000 words)
(6) Two references (name, institution, tel., e-mail)
7. Deadline for Application
June 1, 2012
8. Submission Method
Applications should be sent via registered mail (or courier) to the following postal
address:
Prof. Atsushi Fukuoka, Director, Catalysis Research Center, Hokkaido University,
Kita 21 Nishi 10, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0021, Japan
Please indicate "Position for Theoretical Catalytic Chemistry" in red ink on the
envelope. Documents submitted will not be returned to the applicant. Applications
will not be used for purposes other than this job posting.
Please note that an interview may be conducted if necessary. In that event, the
applicant is responsible for any travel expenses.
9. Contact Addresses
Prof. Atsushi Fukuoka, Director, Catalysis Research Center, Hokkaido University,
Kita 21 Nishi 10, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0021, Japan
Tel: +81 11 706 9140 / Fax: +81 11 706 9139
E-mail: director@cat.hokudai.ac.jp
10. Further Information
Further information can be found at the following URL:
http://www.cat.hokudai.ac.jp/index.eng.html
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