Specially Appointed Assistant Professor Position (Tenure-track system) related for the planetary defense activities

The appointee will promote academic research on near-Earth objects (NEOs), including their observation, exploration, orbital analysis and orbit determination/evaluation, and Earth impact risk assessment, as well as data analysis and modeling related to these activities. In addition, the appointee is expected to emphasize collaboration with domestic and international institutions and researchers, and to contribute to academic research and related activities that support planetary defense.
After appointment, taking into account the appointee’s expertise and affiliated Department, the appointee will participate in the activities of the JAXA Planetary Defense Team. As necessary, the appointee may hold concurrent appointments and will contribute to the translation of academic outcomes into societal applications.