Project Assistant Professor (Galaxy Formation and/or Cosmic Evolution), Division of Science,National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ)

The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) aims to promote the development of astronomy, astrophysics, and the related fields of science. The Division of Science (DoS) has been conducting interdisciplinary research that transcends the boundaries of fields such as theoretical astronomy, multi-wavelength observations, and multi-messenger astronomy, with the goal of expanding the horizons of astronomical knowledge and achieving world-leading astronomical results.

The DoS aims to strategically develop new fields of growth in natural science for further advancement of astronomy. The DoS has identified galaxy formation as one of its primary areas of focus. The DoS seeks a talented individual who can address the aforementioned topics in extragalactic astronomy and provide scientific advice on future plans for astronomy research in Japan. We are looking for an extragalactic astronomer who can work on pioneering observational studies combining data from NAOJ-led telescopes (e.g. Subaru, ALMA), world ground-based (e.g. Keck, VLT) and space-borne (e.g. JWST, Chandra), and future projects (e.g. Roman), bridge observations, information technology, and theory collaborating with research groups and researchers at the DoS and NAOJ projects, and foster collaboration with research groups and researchers in domestic/international universities and institutes. The successful candidate will promote observational research on the galaxy formation, cosmic evolution, and/or related areas in group activities at the DoS.