Humanities University Professor
じんぶんかがくけいだいがくきょうじゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Technical College and University Faculty
Summary
A specialist who conducts education and research in the humanities at university. Guides students through lectures and seminars, advances academic paper writing and presentations, and promotes research projects.
Description
Humanities university professors are responsible for education and research in fields such as literature, philosophy, and history. They cultivate specialized knowledge and critical thinking in students through undergraduate and graduate lectures and seminars, while writing academic papers aligned with their research themes and presenting them at domestic and international conferences. Securing research funding such as KAKENHI and coordinating collaborative research are also important roles. They participate in university committees, entrance exam duties, and student guidance, handling a wide range of tasks including curriculum planning, syllabus creation, and graduation thesis supervision. Research outcomes are contributed to society through papers, books, and lectures, with diverse outputs required such as book reviews, translations, and development of new fields. They deepen their expertise in an autonomous research environment while contributing to education.
Future Outlook
While there are challenges in university operations due to declining birthrates and enrollment reductions, positions for professors with specialized expertise and for promoting internationalization remain stably in demand. Adaptation to new forms of education and research, such as digital education and industry-academia collaboration, will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Autonomous / Curious and inquisitive / Good at explaining / Patient
Work Style
Can also serve as part-time lecturer / Domestic and international business trips for conference presentations / Full-time permanent position / Remote classes
Career Path
Doctoral student → Assistant professor/Lecturer → Associate professor → Professor → Dean of faculty
Required Skills
Conference presentations / Deep knowledge in the specialized field / Lecture design and operation / Paper writing and peer review
Recommended Skills
English paper reading and writing / ICT-utilized education / KAKENHI applications / Project management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To deeply analyze historical materials and literature and derive logical interpretations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To pay attention to details in literature and avoid misreading. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary to convey specialized knowledge clearly in lectures and conferences. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead research projects and propose new research themes. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To continuously acquire new research trends and theories. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not specialized in quantitative analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly centered on lectures and writing tasks, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
Aliases
- Faculty Professor in Humanities
- Professor of Humanities
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