Natural Science University Professor
り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
University faculty specializing in natural sciences, conducting research and education. Handles lectures, student guidance, research project management, paper writing and presentation.
Description
Natural science university professors specialize in fields such as physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics, and engage in education and research at universities. They guide undergraduate and graduate students through lectures and seminars, manage laboratories, and advance research projects. They present research results at domestic and international conferences and write papers for academic journals. They also handle grant applications, joint research, industry-academia collaborations, and coordination tasks both inside and outside the university.
Future Outlook
Demand for university education and research remains stable, but competition for research funding is intensifying. Expertise in emerging fields like data science and AI will be increasingly valued in the future.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Combined research and education / Conference participation / Discretionary work system / Flex time
Career Path
Graduate doctoral program → Postdoctoral researcher (postdoc) → Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor
Required Skills
Educational technology / English (paper reading and writing) / Paper writing / Research ability in specialized field
Recommended Skills
Presentations / Programming (data analysis) / Project management / Research grant applications
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for setting research themes and data analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required in experimental results and paper writing. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for presenting research results and guiding students. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is needed to discover new research topics and devise educational methods. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity is needed to lead original research and advance projects. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Must continuously acquire the latest knowledge in the specialized field. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High mathematical skills are required for data analysis and mathematical modeling. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for solving research problems and addressing student issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and lab tasks, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Doctorate
Aliases
- Natural Science Professor
- Professor
- University Faculty
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