{"id":19849,"date":"2025-07-31T10:27:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:27:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/inst\/wias\/?p=19849"},"modified":"2025-07-31T10:27:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T01:27:59","slug":"2024%e5%b9%b4%e5%ba%a6-%e7%a0%94%e7%a9%b6%e8%80%85-%e5%8b%9f%e9%9b%86%e8%a6%81%e9%a0%85-3-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/inst\/wias\/news\/2025\/07\/31\/19849\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs for Researchers Recruitment for those who are currently affiliated with the university or research institute in the US"},"content":{"rendered":"

APPLICATION QUALIFICATIONS<\/a>
\nREGISTRATION FORM \/ APPLICATION DOCUMENTS<\/a>
\nSECOND SELECTION STAGE (interview)<\/a>
\nWORKING CONDITIONS<\/a>
\nOTHERS<\/a><\/p>\n

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APPLICATION QUALIFICATIONS<\/h3>\n

\uff1cAge\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aAre researcher over age 40 eligible to apply?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, there is no age limit, but most previous intakes were in their 20s and 30s in our researchers recruitment.<\/p>\n

\uff1cCurrent affiliation\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aI am not currently residing in the United States, but I have accepted a position at a U.S. university or research institution. Am I eligible to apply?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, you are eligible to apply.<\/p>\n

\uff1cResearch Fields\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIs any research fields acceptable?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, all research fields are acceptable. However, when you fill in the online application form, you will be asked to specify the research area (Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, or Humanities) in which your research is situated.
\nNote: It is not permissible to select more than one area.<\/p>\n

\uff1cQualifications\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aI\u2019d like to know, before I apply, if my academic background is suitable for WIAS application.<\/p>\n

A\uff1aSuitability as a WIAS researcher is assessed based on the documents submitted by the applicant. You should decide to apply based on your own assessment.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aApplication Qualification section b. reads: Persons who are expected to obtain a doctorate by the time of appointment. Note: If you are not able, no later than one month prior to the date of appointment, to provide an official letter stating that the doctorate will be granted by the time of appointment, your appointment will be revoked.\u201d Please, in detail, what kind of document is required as an official letter?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aPlease submit a document signed by your chief examiner, deputy examiner or supervisor, stating that your doctoral degree has been awarded after the doctoral degree examination.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aWhat research\/education projects is Waseda University engaged in?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aWaseda University is strengthening initiatives in the areas of life science and data science, as well as the seven model units that fall under the \u201cTop Global University Project: Waseda Goes Global – A Plan to Build a Worldwide Academic Network that is Open, Dynamic and Diverse.\u201d<\/a> Please refer to the following links for details on the initiatives in each unit\/discipline.<\/p>\n

Global Japanese Studies<\/a>
\nEmpirical Analyses of Political Economy<\/a>
\nHealth Promotion: The Joy of Sports and Exercise<\/a>
\nFrontier of Embodiment Informatics: ICT and Robotics<\/a>
\nMathematics and Physics Unit: Multiscale Analysis, Modeling and Simulation<\/a>
\nEnergy and Nanomaterials<\/a>
\nGlobal Asia Studies<\/a>
\nLife Science<\/a>
\nData Science<\/a>
\nCarbon neutrality<\/a><\/p>\n

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REGISTRATION FORM \/ APPLICATION DOCUMENTS<\/h3>\n

All applicants are required to apply through online registration form on WIAS website. <\/strong>Please make sure to read this FAQ and \u201cthe instructions regarding the Online Registration Form\u201d in advance.<\/p>\n

\uff1cResearch Achievement \/ Number of Academic Presentations\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I include the times when I have been a collaborator in a research project, even though I personally did not give a presentation at an academic conference?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aThat may depend on the discipline. Generally, please include only research projects that you have presented yourself.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIf I gave a presentation in English at an international conference held in Japan, does that count as “domestic” or “abroad”?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aIf the conference is an international conference, please count it as “abroad”.<\/p>\n

\uff1cResearch Achievement \/ Number of Papers Published\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aI want to list all the papers I have published, but it would take up too many pages. How can I handle it?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aPlease list selected papers, and indicate the total number of other papers as \u201c other XX papers \u201d Do not change the font size to smaller than the specific size.<\/p>\n

\uff1cReferences\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aDo I have to provide the names of two references’ names?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, two references are absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aAre references who live outside of Japan acceptable?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, non-Japanese and overseas references are acceptable.
\nPlease note that references will be asked to submit your recommendations directly to us immediately after you receive notification of the acceptance around mid-September.<\/p>\n

\uff1cFormat for Application D<\/strong>ocuments\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIs it possible to submit application documents in a form other than the specified form?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo, the specified form contains all the items necessary for the selection and review process. An application in an alternative form is not acceptable.<\/p>\n

\uff1cLanguage\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aDo you accept application documents written in a language other than Japanese or English?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. All application documents must be written in Japanese or English.<\/p>\n

\uff1cApplication Documents\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I add pages to \u201cCurriculum Vitae\u201d in the application documents?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes. Please provide the required information as adding columns accordingly.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I add pages to \u201cCurrent Situation: Please explain why it is difficult for you to continue your research at your current academic institution in the United States\u201d in the application documents?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. Please limit your response to one page.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I add pages to \u201cResearch Plan\u201d (page 4 -12) in the application documents?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, you may add pages, making a total of 9 pages in the Japanese application form, and 10 pages in the English application form, excluding the cover and CV pages.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIn a Research Plan section 3. \u201cCollaboration Plan\u201d, I am asked to describe \u201cProspective collaboration networks and research collaborators.\u201d Do I need to obtain prior consent from my prospective collaborators before naming them?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aIt is up to the applicant whether or not to communicate proactively with prospective collaborators.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aOn a Research Plan section 4. \u201cPublications, Invited Lectures and Presentations,\u201d can I list unpublished papers under research achievements?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aIf the papers have been accepted for publication, you can list them as research achievements with a note such as \u201caccepted for publication.\u201d<\/p>\n

\uff1cApplication Submission\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I bring application documents directly to the WIAS office?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. Only online application is acceptable.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I submit my letters of recommendation along with my the application documents?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. Only application documents may be sent for the first selection stage.<\/p>\n

\uff1cRevision of Submitted Information and Documents\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aThere are mistakes in the information and the documents I submitted. Can I revise them?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, but only during the application period. You can make changes to your registered contents by entering ALL of the information again in the application form once again, and providing the PIN number that was first registered. However, please remember: registration changes can only be made during the application period. After the application deadline has passed, the registered contents can no longer be changed, and application documents can no longer be replaced.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aI forgot my PIN number, so I cannot revise submitted information. What should I do?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aSince PIN numbers cannot be reissued, you should contact us using the information provided in the Application Guideline and provide your name and application number in your message.<\/p>\n

\uff1cApplication Deadline\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan you accept my application after the deadline?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. Applications submitted after the deadline are unacceptable, without exception.<\/p>\n

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SECOND SELECTION STAGE (interview)<\/h3>\n

\uff1cRecommendation Letter\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIs there a language specification for the recommendation letter?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, Please write in Japanese or English.<\/p>\n

\uff1cLanguage\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I have my interview in English?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, you can. However, if you have a high level of proficiency of Japanese language (e.g. if you are a native speaker of Japanese language,) you might be asked to use Japanese language in the interview. Please confirm in advance with the WIAS office whether you will be able to have your interview conducted in English.<\/p>\n

\uff1cPlace\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aI live overseas. Do I have to go to Japan for my interview?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. The interview will be conducted online<\/p>\n

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WORKING CONDITIONS<\/h3>\n

\uff1cSalary\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aHow much would my salary be?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYour salary will depend on your position and age. Examples of annual salaries (taxes included) are provided below.<\/p>\n

Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Age 30 : about 5.1 million JPY per year
\nAge 35 : about 6.5 million JPY per year<\/p>\n

Associate Professor (non-tenure-track)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Age 40 : about 7.9 million JPY per year<\/p>\n

\uff1cAllowances\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aDo I have to join social insurance schemes, and is there any other allowance for dependent, housing or commuting to supplement my basic salary?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYou will be enrolled in the Employee\u2019s Pension Insurance, Health Insurance, Workmen\u2019s Accident Compensation Insurance, and Employment Insurance. Commuting allowance will be paid but there are no allowances for dependents or for housing.<\/p>\n

\uff1cSpace for Research Work\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aWill you provide me a room for my research work?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes. Each researcher is provided with an office room.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIs there a laboratory or a space for experimental instruments and devices at WIAS?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. WIAS does not have its own experimental laboratories. In principle you are expected to rent research space on campus using your obtained research funds (such as overhead expenses or contract research funds) or to be affiliated with relevant departments or researchers, and to use their laboratories on campus, as necessary. The university also has open shared laboratories. For more details, please refer to the following web site (Japanese only).<\/p>\n

[Waseda University Research Support Center] http:\/\/www.sci.waseda.ac.jp\/rsc\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\uff1cResearch Funds\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aDoes the university provide any research funds?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes, Each researcher receives an Individual Research Allowance of 212,000 JPY. In addition, there are subsidies including a subsidy for copying (3,000 JPY), travel expense subsidies for conference (domestic 90,000 JPY; abroad 110,000 JPY), and the Academic Paper Publication Subsidy. The university also provides competitive grant such as the Grants for Special Research Projects and the Grant Program for Promotion of International Joint Research. (in the case of AY2024.)<\/p>\n

\uff1cResearch Assistant\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aWill I be assigned a research assistant such as a graduate student?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo, no research assistants are assigned. If you do require an assistant, you could hire an assistant or research assistant with your research expenses in accordance with regulations of the funders or the University, if necessary.<\/p>\n

\uff1cTeaching Opportunities\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aAm I required to teach classes?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aYes. Teaching experience is considered very important for building an academic career. As a general rule, you will be asked to teach classes within the specified limit from the second year of the appointment.<\/p>\n

Q\uff1aCan I conduct my classes in a language other than Japanese?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aIn some cases. There are some faculties and departments where you could teach in English.<\/p>\n

\uff1cOversea Research Activities\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aWill I be allowed to do research in an institute outside Japan?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aWIAS should be the researcher\u2019s primary place of work, but it is permissible to conduct research abroad, depending on the research conditions, on an as-needed basis. Please note that long-term stays overseas are limited to a maximum of three months.<\/p>\n

\uff1cTenured Position\uff1e<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q\uff1aIs there any chance I could be promoted to a tenured position?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. There is no system for appointing researchers to a tenured position.<\/p>\n

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OTHERS<\/h3>\n

Q\uff1aCan I contact you by phone?<\/p>\n

A\uff1aNo. Please refer to the \u201cContact\u201d section of the Application Guideline.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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