28 Mar 2024
Job InformationOrganisation/Company
Tokyo International University
Research Field
Juridical sciences
Management sciences
Sociology
Geography
Religious sciences
Political sciences
Literature
Philosophy
History
Psychological sciences
Language sciences
Educational sciences
Ethics in social sciences
Ethics in physical sciences
Cultural studies
Ethics in natural sciences
Communication sciences
Anthropology
Criminology
Demography
Economics
Arts
Ethics in health sciences
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Leading Researcher (R4)
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Established Researcher (R3)
Country
Japan
Application Deadline
8 May 2024 - 23:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Status
Not Applicable
Hours Per Week
See description
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer DescriptionBackground of the recruitment and description of the project Background of the recruitment and description of the project Overview
Tokyo International University (TIU), located in the greater Tokyo area, is seeking qualified applicants to teach as Global Teaching Fellows (lecturers) in the Global Teaching Institute (GTI). The purpose of GTI is to bring Japanese and international undergraduate students in contact with a diverse English-speaking faculty that will engage them in practical English communication skills through a variety of language-learning and culture- related topics. Lecturers teach a variety of courses including, for example: 1st and 2nd year required skill-based classes, English for academic purposes (EAP), and academic literacy for international students.
About Tokyo International University
Tokyo International University was founded in 1965 with a focus on business and commerce, and upon earning accreditation from the Ministry of Education (MEXT) the college has grown into a private university that now encompasses five undergraduate schools and four graduate schools. In addition, TIU has been sister schools with Willamette University in Salem Oregon since the school's founding, and has also developed deep relationships with other renowned universities across the globe.
Staying consistently true to its educational philosophy of "nurturing truly international-minded people," TIU is constantly expanding its practice- oriented international education. The University boasts a highly international learning environment: of TIU's approximately 7,000 students, roughly 1,500 are international students from over 90 countries around the world.
Work content and job description Job Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include teaching 10 classes (1000 minutes) per week per semester spread across 5 days (8:45am to 5:35pm). Courses are generally assigned a standardized curriculum with required textbooks. Fellows are also expected to hold three 90-minute advising sessions per week in the Learning Commons / English Plaza, develop curricula and materials, and attend departmental and coordinator meetings. Fellows also assist with student recruitment including TIU Open Campus sessions and high school visits throughout the year as well as attend official university functions, such as graduation.
Assigned department Existing departments
Work location Address 170-0013 Tokyo Toshima-ku Higashi Ikebukuro 4-42-31 In September 2023, we opened the Ikebukuro Campus. You may be assigned to teach in both Kawagoe and Ikebukuro, depending on the teaching schedule.
Number of hired Number of hired:2 person(s) Hiring date:2024-09-01 00:00:00 Starting date:2024-09-01 00:00:00
Requirements Additional InformationBenefits
Compensation Annual salary:5 million yen - 6 million yen Wages description:Competitive Salary: 5,250,000 yen per year Working hours:08:45-17:35 Employment type:Contract employee Employment type description:Full-time Contract period:Nontenured Contract period description:2 years and it can be renewed twice at the maximum. Probationary period:Probationary period absent
Various systems Pay increase system:available Bonus:available Transportation expenses:available Others:Celebratory/condolatory allowances
Insurance Employees' Health Insurance:available Employees' Pension Insurance:available Worker's accident insurance:available Employment insurance:available
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Supplementary explanation of compensation Compensation and Benefits
All appointments will be made for an initial two-year contract, renewable two times upon mutual agreement.
The remuneration package includes the following. Competitive Salary: 5,250,000 yen per year Generous benefits: health insurance (including dental and eye care), pension, commuting allowance, celebratory/condolatory allowances Research and professional development support: research funds (personal and group), shared office, individual work computer Assistance for international relocation: relocation stipend, housing support
Additional comments
Important Notes Submitted documents will be used only for selecting a qualified candidate. The evaluation of applicants and interviews will start by the beginning of April, 2024. Due to the large number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to send a result notification to those not short-listed for an interview. Please note that the selection process may end prior to the stated deadline. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
Work Location(s)Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Tokyo International University
Country
Japan
City
Tokyo,Saitama
Geofield
Where to applyWebsite
https: // jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=0&ln=1&id=D124030953&lnjor=1
ContactCity
Saitama
STATUS: EXPIRED