University Assistant Professor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Technical College and University Faculty
Summary
University assistant professors serve as university faculty members, performing duties such as assisting with lectures, conducting their own research activities, and providing student guidance.
Description
University assistant professors are faculty positions that provide support for lecture operations by responsible instructors, deliver assigned lectures, conduct research projects, and guide graduate and undergraduate students. This includes formulating research plans, conducting experiments and surveys, writing and presenting academic papers, and developing teaching materials and curricula. While accumulating experience as an assistant professor, they aim for promotion to associate professor or professor in the future.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates, university operational efficiency, and the spread of online education, demand for flexible and highly specialized assistant professors in both education and research is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity and inquiring mind / Has eagerness to learn / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Conference trips / Full-time / Part-time concurrent possible / Research funding acquisition
Career Path
Doctoral Graduate Student → University Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor → Research Institute Researcher
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Experiment Design / Lecture Operations and Teaching Material Creation / Paper Writing / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
Conference Presentations / Educational Technology / English Paper Reading and Writing / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because smooth dialogue and guidance with students and co-researchers are required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn the latest research trends and educational methods. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for planning and managing lectures and research. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work and standing during lectures, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Doctorate (Obtained/In Progress)
- Master's (Completed)
Aliases
- Assistant Professor
Related Jobs
- Associate Professor
- Professor
- Researcher
- University Lecturer