Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The Department of International Tourism, Faculty of Human and Social Studies, Nagasaki International University, is committed to developing individuals equipped with a broad range of knowledge and practical skills related to local and international communities, with a focus on tourism studies and guided by the spirit of hospitality.
The University also offers a teacher education program that enables students to obtain teaching licenses for junior high schools (Social Studies, English, and Health and Physical Education) and senior high schools (Geography and History, English, and Health and Physical Education). Based on the University's founding philosophy of "Respect for Humanity," the teacher education program aims to cultivate educators with strong professional expertise, well-rounded character, and a commitment to contributing to local communities.
Furthermore, in addition to strengthening its teacher education program, the University seeks to apply insights from the field of education to tourism education and career education, foster students' independent learning and practical skills, and promote educational activities in collaboration with local communities.
https://www1.niu.ac.jp/course/teacher-training/plan.html
Work content and job description
Nagasaki International University offers a teacher education program leading to teaching licenses and invites applications for a full-time faculty position to teach the subjects listed below.
In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, the successful applicant will be expected to undertake duties deemed necessary by the University, including serving on various university committees and participating in entrance examination-related activities.
The successful applicant will be appointed to the Department of International Tourism, Faculty of Human and Social Studies, Nagasaki International University.
Primary Duties
Education, research, social contribution, and student guidance/advising.
Courses to be Taught
Undergraduate Courses (Teacher Education and Departmental Specialized Courses):
Teaching Methods in Social Studies I and II, Teaching Methods in Social Studies and Civics, Career Development Ⅰ, Introduction to Teacher-ship, Educational System, Education, Principles of Education
Specialized Seminars I A – III B, Graduation Research
General Education Courses:
First-Year Seminar (Hospitality Seminar, Liberal Arts Seminar)
Graduate Courses:
Applicants must be qualified to teach graduate-level courses. Specific teaching assignments will be determined through consultation.
Assigned department
Existing departments
Department of International Tourism, Faculty of Human and Social Studies
Job type
Professor level
Research field
Humanities & Social Sciences - Education
Wages
Annual Salary : 7 million yen ~
Determined based on the Kyushu Bunka Gakuen Employment Regulations and Salary Regulations, taking into account work history, educational achievements, research achievements, and other matters. In addition, the amount of annual income does not guarantee a lower limit.
Working hours
Working hours :09:00-18:30
Holidays : Sundays, National holidays, year-end and New Year holidays, summer vacation, and annual paid leave. However, there are temporary changes when necessary for business purposes.
Overtime and other explanations : Discretionary work system: The working hours are deemed to be 8 hours a day. Some classes run until 18:30. Working hours and break time can be adjusted accordingly.
Application requirements
Qualifications
Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor / Master
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a doctoral or master’s degree or have equivalent research achievements.
- Have published research achievements relevant to the courses they are expected to teach
- Possession of a First-Class Teaching Certificate for Junior High School and/or Senior High School is desirable.
- Demonstrate exemplary character, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills, and be highly motivated to engage in education and student guidance.
- Must be able to reside in Sasebo City or its vicinity after appointment.
- In accordance with Article 8 (Special Provisions Concerning Measures for Female Workers) of the Act on Equal Opportunity and Treatment between Men and Women in Employment, the University actively encourages the recruitment of female faculty members as a measure to address the significant underrepresentation of women among its faculty.
Employment Type
Regular employee
Contract period
Nontenured - Non-tenure track
After a review of fixed-term employment (3 years), you will be eligible for contract renewal.
Probationary period present
The probationary period shall be one year from the date of employment.
Work location
859-3298 Nagasaki 825-7 Huis ten Bosch, Sasebo-shi, Japan
Compensation
Various systems
Pay increase system : available
There is an annual salary increase system in accordance with the university’s regulations.
Bonus : available
Bonuses are available twice a year following the university’s regulations.
Retirement allowances : available
A retirement allowance system is in place in accordance with the university’s regulations.
Transportation expenses : There is a commuting transportation expense reimbursement system, which is paid according to the university’s regulations.
Retirement age : There is a mandatory retirement age, which is set for the year in which the employee turns 65.
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance : available
Promotion and Mutual Aid Corporation for Private School of Japan
Employees' Pension Insurance : available
Promotion and Mutual Aid Corporation for Private School of Japan
Worker's accident insurance : available
Employment insurance : available
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire campus, including all buildings and outdoor areas.
Application Considerations
Number of hired
1 person(s)
Hiring date : 2027/04/01
Starting date : 2027/04/01
Application period
2026/10/21~2026/11/18 Deadline for receipt
Application method
Application documents (specified forms)
Attached documents
Application Form : Mailing
(photo attached) (in Word format) Attached Form 1
Please download and use the prescribed form of the university from the links below.
Achievements and Activities : Mailing
n Word format) Attached Form 2
Please download and use the prescribed form of the university from the links below.
Other Mailing Documents
Application Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (with photograph attached, using the prescribed Word format): One copy
- List of Research Achievements (including a record of competitive external research funding obtained, using the prescribed Word format): One copy
For items (1) and (2), applicants must use the forms prescribed by Nagasaki International University.
Additional Documents
- List of Major Research Achievements (books and academic papers), together with reprints or copies of at least three major publications: One copy of each
- Summary of Previous Research (at least two A4 pages): One copy
- Statement of Aspirations for Teaching and Research at Nagasaki International University (approximately 1,000 Japanese characters): One copy
Return of application documents
Others
The submitted documents will not be returned. however, we will return the reprints of the papers upon request. Please enclose the "Yu-Pack Label for cash on delivery" or "Letter Pack" for return. We are unable to accommodate your request to return them if you are residing abroad
Application document submission method (physically mailed documents)
859-3298 Nagasaki 2825-7 Huis ten Bosch, Sasebo-shi, Japan
Nagasaki International University, Secretary General, Hiroshi Okazaki
Precautions : Please clearly write "Application Documents for the Department of International Tourism, Faculty of Human and Social Studies (Teacher Education Program)" in red on the envelope and send it by registered mail (Simplified Registered Mail).
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Selection / Notification of result
Selection
The first stage of the selection process will consist of a review of application documents. Applicants who pass the first stage will be invited to participate in the second stage of the selection process at Nagasaki International University. Applicants will be notified of the results of the first stage by Friday, December 4.
The second stage will consist of a teaching demonstration (approximately 15 minutes), followed by a question-and-answer session (approximately 5 minutes), and an interview. Applicants will be required to visit the University and present their aspirations for teaching, their research in their field of specialization, and an overview of the research they intend to pursue at the University.
All expenses associated with attending the second stage of the selection process, including travel and accommodation expenses, shall be borne by the applicants. The second stage is scheduled to take place by approximately mid-December.
Depending on the spread of COVID-19 or other infectious diseases, the interview and teaching demonstration (including a presentation of the applicant's research overview) may be conducted online via Zoom.
Notification of result
The results of the first screening will be announced by Friday, December 4, 2026.
The results of the second screening are scheduled to be notified by Friday, December 25, 2026.
Contact details
Nagasaki International University
Administrative office
Kazuyuki Tsukahara
0956392020
tsukahara(at)niu.ac.jp
- Please change (at) to @ and send it.
Notes
- Nagasaki International University actively promotes gender equality in accordance with the principles of the Basic Act for a Gender-Equal Society.
- All personal information contained in the application documents will be used solely for the purposes of screening and employment procedures, and will not be used for any other purpose. Confidentiality of all applications will be strictly maintained.
- This job announcement is also posted on the Nagasaki International University website.
