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Two Open Postdoc Positions

We are seeking outstanding and highly motivated postdoctoral candidates to join the School of Informatics at University of Tsukuba, Japan.

Required Qualifications: . PhD (or close to completion of PhD) in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related area . Applications with research experience in data mining, text mining, artificial intelligence, or information retrieval are welcome . Strong publication record with publications in top level conferences and/or journals . Strong research skills . Strong programming skills . Strong verbal and written communication skills . Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently

The postdoctoral researcher will be working under the supervision of Dr. Haitao Yu as well as in collaboration with project collaborators: Professor Adam Jatowt. A particular advantage of the position is that it is a pure research position, with no need for administrative tasks like deliverable writing etc. The position is initially for one year, with the possibility of extension for additional 1-2 years upon mutual consent. Starting time should be from November/December, 2020 but this can be negotiable.

Applicants are encouraged to assemble and submit the application package composed of CV, a 1-2 page summary of the past research accomplishments, 1-2 representative publications and contact information for 1-2 reference providers. Application package should be sent by e-mail to: yuhaitao@slis.tsukuba.ac.jp

All applications arriving before November 1, 2020, will be given full consideration, but the call remains open until the position has been filled.

Regarding the salary, the basic information is shown below, for more details, please contact Haitao Yu via email.

Compensation

  • Working hours: 3-5 days per week, 4-7 hours per day (The dates can be negotiable)

  • Salary: 1,790Yen ~ 1,930Yen per hour (According to the regulations of University of Tsukuba, the amount is given based on a person's experience)

  • Rest periods: Weekends, Public holidays in Japan, New Year holidays (December 29 - January 3) and the rest days according to the regulations of University of Tsukuba

  • The insurances, such as social insurance and labor insurance are determined according to the regulations of University of Tsukuba

待遇

  • 勤務時間: 週3〜5日、1日4〜7時間程度(曜日、時間については応相談)

  • 給与: 時給 1,790円 〜 1,930円(経歴等に基づき本学の規定により算出)

  • 休日 土、日、祝日、年末年始(12 月 29 日〜1 月 3 日)及び本学の定める一斉休業日

  • 通勤手当、社会保険、雇用保険等その他の待遇については本学の規定によります。