As society’s expectations of universities continue to diversify, each staff member must be willing to embrace change and strive for ongoing growth and development.

Inspired by our vision, “Live Locally, Grow Globally,” we seek individuals with the ambition and commitment to play an active role in the future management of UOsaka as facilities technical staff , while embracing challenges and advancing transformation together with us.

Position

Facilities technical staff (University)

Number of Positions

Electricians: A few
Mechanics: A few

Work Location

Administration Bureau and other related departments on campus

Responsibilities

Technical work
Improvement, maintenance and management of facilities, including designing, planning, construction, improvement, maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, and environment improvement

Qualifications

Individuals must meet both of the following requirements:

Possess a passion and desire to engage in work at university facilities
Born on or after April 2, 1991 (including those who will graduate in AY2026)

*In order to provide opportunities for career development over an extended period, we are looking for applicants who fall in the age range noted above. (Article 9 and Item 3-(a), Paragraph 1, Article 1-3 of the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures and Stabilization of Employment of Employees and Enrichment of Their Working Lives)

[Provisions for Disqualification]

Individuals who fall under the following cannot take the examination.

Individuals who have been sentenced to imprisonment, and have not yet completed the execution of the sentence, or individuals on probation, and individuals until the execution of the sentence is terminated
Individuals who have formed or belong to a political party or other organization that advocates subversion of the Constitution of Japan and/or any government bodies established therein
Individuals who do not hold a status of residence in Japan that allows for unrestricted work activity (This does not include individuals who are able to acquire a status of residence that allows them to work at the University of Osaka from the starting date.)

Starting Date

After April 1, 2027

Term of Employment

No limit

Probationary Period

6 months

Employment Terms

8 hours/day, 5 days/week (not including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
Working Hours: 8:30–17:15
Break Time: 12:15–13:00
(However, employees may be required to work overtime and on holidays.)

Employees can take annual leave according to the “Regulations Pertaining to Working Hours, Holidays and Leave for National University Corporation the University of Osaka Staff.”
https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/publications/kitei_shugyou.html

Salary and Benefits

Base salary will be decided based on personal history:

Individuals hired immediately after obtaining their bachelor’s degree
232,000 yen (base salary) + 27,840 yen (regional allowance) = 259,840 yen

Individuals hired immediately after obtaining their master’s degree or individuals with around 2 years of work experience after obtaining their bachelor’s degree

242,000 yen (base salary) + 29,040 yen (regional allowance) = 271,040 yen

Allowances: commuting, housing, family, overtime
Bonuses: terminal allowance, performance bonus (June, December)
Raises: Generally, raises are given on January 1 based on performance during the previous year.
*Salaries, allowances, bonuses, and raises are determined according to the “Salary Regulations for National University Corporation the University of Osaka Staff.”

(Regulations) https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/guide/information/joho/files/sk0010e.pdf

Insurance

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology Mutual Aid Association, Employment Insurance, Workmen’s Accident Compensation

Workplace Visit

Proposed dates
(1) October 14 (Wed.) 13:30– (approx. 90 min)
(2) October 15 (Thu.) 13:30– (approx. 90 min)
Notes:
The program will be the same on both dates.
Participation is optional.
Please come dressed in comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
Format: In-person
Venue: Department of Facilities, Administration Bureau (Suita Campus)

Content: Explanation of job duties, Q&A session with current staff, facility tour, etc.
Application period: Until Friday, October 2
Application method: Please apply from the following link. (link in Japanese)
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/v9dgc7cSjE

Application Process/Documents

(1) Download and complete the Entry Sheet.
Entry Sheet for facilities technical staff ( Word version / PDF version )
Note: Fill out the form in Japanese.

(2) Send the Entry Sheet to sisetu-kikaku-soumu(at)office.osaka-u.ac.jp

Notes:

Replace (at) with @ when sending your completed application to the address above.
Please use the following subject line and email message.
Subject: [Your Name] Application Entry for Technical Staff (Facilities) Position, The University of Osaka
Body: Name, contact information (mobile phone number and email address)
The attachment must be provided in PDF format and protected with a password.
Send the password to the recipient in a separate email.
Personal information acquired through job applications will be used for the purposes of candidate screening and personnel procedures after hiring and shall not be disclosed to third parties.

Application Deadline

Applications must be received by 17:00 on Friday, October 23, 2026

Selection Process

After document screening, online aptitude assessment and interviews will be carried out.
Scheduled date:
(First) Thursday, November 12, 2026
(Second) Wednesday, November 25, 2026

Notes:
Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews will be paid by candidates.
A total of two interviews is scheduled to be conducted.
Scheduled dates are subject to change.
Results of document screening will be sent to the email address you registered in your Entry Sheet.
If you do not receive any correspondence regarding these results by 17:00 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, please contact the inquiry point listed below.

Staff Recruitment Information

Please also visit our Instagram account and UOsaka Staff Recruitment 2026 "Live Locally, Grow Globally" website.
(link in Japanese)

Additional Information

Labor conditions outside of those listed above are based on Work Regulations at National University Corporation the University of Osaka.
The above labor conditions are current as of the time of this recruiting and are subject to change.
Smoking is prohibited on the University of Osaka property.
The University of Osaka strives to maintain a harassment-free environment and implements various awareness and prevention initiatives in support of this goal. Should you have any concerns regarding inappropriate conduct, comments, or treatment, or if you become aware of such matters, consultation services are available. You are encouraged to contact the appropriate consultation desk without hesitation.
Harassment Counseling Office https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/campus/life/prevention_sh/prevention_sh

Inquiries

General Affairs Section, Facilities Planning Division, Department of Facilities
1-1 Yamadaoka, Suita 565-0871
Tel: 06-6879-7114
Email: sisetu-kikaku-soumu(at)office.osaka-u.ac.jp
Replace (at) with @ when sending your completed application to the address above.

Employer

National University Corporation the University of Osaka

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