Social Sciences University Professor
しゃかい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
University faculty who conduct education and research in social sciences. Responsible for lectures, seminar guidance, student research supervision, conference presentations, paper writing, and advancing research projects.
Description
Social sciences university professors conduct education and research in fields such as sociology, political science, and economics. They handle lectures and seminars in undergraduate and graduate programs, provide thesis guidance and career support to students. As researchers, they present findings at domestic and international conferences, write academic papers, plan and manage research projects, apply for grants, and promote collaborative research within and outside the university. They also undertake administrative duties such as university operations, faculty meetings, and curriculum development.
Future Outlook
While there are challenges such as a decrease in university entrants due to declining birthrates and intensifying competition for research funding, the demand for social sciences experts is expected to continue amid efforts to solve social issues and promote regional collaboration.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Conference Travel / Full-time / Part-time Lecturer Possible / Remote Classes / Research Institute Employment
Career Path
Graduate School (Doctoral Program) → Special Appointment Assistant Professor / Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor → Dean of Faculty / Graduate School Dean
Required Skills
Academic Writing / Higher Education Instructional Design and Management / Research Methodology / Statistical Analysis
Recommended Skills
English Paper Reading and Writing / Presentation / Project Management / Research Grant Applications
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for setting research hypotheses and data analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important for paper writing and ensuring data accuracy. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary to communicate clearly in lectures and conference presentations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity is required to independently propose and advance research themes. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously learn the latest research and theories. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk-based and research-oriented, so no great physical stamina is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
Aliases
- Economics Professor
- Political Science Professor
- Social Sciences Professor
- Sociology Professor
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