Technical College Associate Professor
こうとうせんもんがっこうじゅんきょうじゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Technical College and University Faculty
Summary
Mid-level faculty position at a technical college that teaches specialized knowledge and skills, conducts research activities, and provides student guidance.
Description
Technical college associate professors are educators in specialized fields such as electrical, mechanical, and information engineering, delivering lectures, exercises, and experimental instruction. In addition to developing lesson plans, creating teaching materials, evaluating student learning, and supervising graduation research, they conduct research projects and academic presentations. They also contribute to department operations, curriculum development, and industry-academia collaboration projects, supporting the institution in both education and research.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for advanced specialized technical education, stable job opportunities are expected. Strengthening industry collaboration and introducing digital education will require balancing practical education and research.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or a spirit of inquiry / Has drive for self-improvement / Has patience / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Discretionary Labor System / Flexitime System / Full-time / Partial Remote Work Possible
Career Path
Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor → Graduate School Director or Department Head → Dean
Required Skills
Academic Paper Writing / Knowledge in Specialized Field / Planning and Conducting Lectures and Exercises / Student Evaluation
Recommended Skills
Educational Engineering / Project Management / Reading English Papers and English Presentations / Utilization of ICT Educational Tools
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because logical analytical skills are required for research and lecture preparation. |
| Communication Skills | Because high communication skills are needed for lectures, seminars, and student guidance. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required for setting research themes and devising educational content. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire the latest technologies and knowledge. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because the work is mainly in classrooms and laboratories, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Doctoral Degree
Aliases
- Associate Professor (Technical College)
- Kosen Associate Professor
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