JREC-IN Portal – University Lecturer and Research Jobs in Japan (Free)
Japan's official job portal for researchers and university staff, run by the Japan Science and Technology Agency. It lists more than 20,000 postings from Japanese universities and research institutes, including full-time and part-time English lecturer posts. It is free for job seekers.
Who can apply
Each post sets its own requirements (usually a master's or PhD). Some part-time posts expect you to already live in Japan with permission to work; check each advert before applying.
- Type
- Employer careers page
- Organisation
- Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)
- Location
- Japan
- Field
- University teaching and research, all fields (including English language lecturers)
- Level
- PhD
- Deadline
- Always open (vacancies change)
- Pay or funding
- Salaries vary by post.
Apply on the official site (opens in a new tab) → Check eligibility & prepare my CV
You'll go to jrecin.jst.go.jp. ✓ Checked by PathAbroad when listed. Applications confirmed open on the official page: 7 November 2026. Official link working: 8 November 2026. Always confirm the deadline and requirements on the official page before you apply.
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