Professor Position in the Research Section of Regional Water Environment Systems
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Employer: Kyoto University, |
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Job location: Kyoto Japan |
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Apply before: 10 Dec 2021 |
Summary
The Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI), Kyoto University invites applications for
a permanent Professor position.
Location: Water Resources Research Center, Disaster Prevention Research Institute, Kyoto
University, Gokasho, Uji, Kyoto 611-0011, Japan.
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The appointed professor is required to conduct world-leading research on the integrated water
resources management taking social and natural conditions into account. The research should
be based on integrated modeling of rainfall-runoff, atmosphere-land surface and groundwater
flow combined with production systems such as crop growth, management systems including
reservoir operation and social elements such as population and industrial structures. The
candidate is also expected to conduct new development leading projects regarding the impact
of climate and social changes and adaptation measures, integrating observation, modelling,
and regional research in fields where vulnerabilities are becoming apparent. The candidate
will be in charge of education in the Department of Urban Management, Graduate School of
Engineering, Kyoto University. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and be
proficient in Japanese.
Anticipated start date: The earliest possible day after April 1st, 2022