National Defense Academy Professor (Self-Defense Force Member)
ぼうえいだいがっこうきょうじゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Self-Defense Force Personnel
- Minor : Self-Defense Force Personnel
Summary
A profession at the National Defense Academy where, as a Self-Defense Force member, specialized education and research guidance are provided to officer candidates.
Description
National Defense Academy Professors (Self-Defense Force members) are responsible for lectures, exercises, and research supervision in specialized subjects such as defense studies, strategic studies, law, engineering, and information science to train future leaders of the Ground, Maritime, and Air Self-Defense Forces. Leveraging their experience as Self-Defense Force members, they incorporate practical perspectives into education, plan and manage curricula, conduct evaluations, provide student guidance and research advice. They also serve as academic researchers, advancing knowledge in defense and national security fields through paper writing and conference presentations. Building networks through domestic and international training and joint research is also required.
Future Outlook
With the diversification of defense needs, the demand for instructors with advanced specialized knowledge is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperativeness / Fairness and neutrality / Leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips and Training / Long-term Projects / Research and Education / Self-Defense Force Duty
Career Path
Self-Defense Force Officer Candidate → National Defense Academy Instructor → University Professor → Research Department Supervisor → Ministry of Defense Executive
Required Skills
English Literature Reading Ability / Lecture and Presentation Skills / Research Supervision / Specialized Field Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Educational Evaluation / Multilateral Defense Cooperation / PhD / e-Learning Material Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To deeply analyze knowledge in specialized fields and apply it to education. |
| Communication Skills | Because guidance through dialogue with students and colleagues is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and implement curricula and research plans. |
| Stress Tolerance | To conduct classes and research in tense environments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To advance education in collaboration with units and school organizations. |
Related Qualifications
- Commissioned as Self-Defense Force Officer
- PhD Acquisition
Aliases
- Defense University Professor
- National Defense Academy Professor
Related Jobs
- Lecturer
- Ministry of Defense Staff
- Self-Defense Force Instructor
- University Professor