Sep 14

Job: Director – Sales – Shire Pharmaceuticals (Tokyo)

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Thanks to JET alum Therese Stephens for sharing this listing, which is for the company where she works. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Director Sales
Posted by: Shire Japan
Type: Full time, permanent
Location: Tokyo (Shinjuku-ku Ward)
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overall purpose
To lead and manage the Japan Sales Team, and co-develop and implement in collaboration with the Marketing Team and Medical Team the Annual Business Plan for all Shire products within Japan.  This will include setting annual sales targets, implementing agreed sales and marketing strategies and tactics, developing and monitoring sales activity targets, and ensuring that sales targets are achieved.  Also responsible for recruiting, developing, and retaining the Sales Team

Responsibilities
As a member of the Shire Japan Management Team, and in collaboration with local and global team colleagues:

•Achieve the budgeted sales of all Sales Team promoted products, and any future Shire Japan products and to ensure expenses are managed in line with budget and forecast expectations
•Provide sales input into the Japan Annual Business Plan, marketing strategy, and long range planning process. Through this develop and communicate in a timely manner the Annual National Sales Plan
•Work with the various marketing and medical teams to co-develop an integrated Sales, Marketing, and Medical Brand Plan each year. Drive and champion the Sales Plans and strategies within the Sales Team. Read More

Sep 14

Job: Visiting Chair in Australian Studies, University of Tokyo

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Thanks to JET Alum Nic Klar (author of “My Mother is a Tractor”) for sharing this Aussie-relevant listing. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Visiting Chair in Australian Studies
Posted by: The University of Tokyo
Type: 10 Months
Location: Tokyo
Salary: N/A
Start Date: October 2014-15 and/or 2015-16

Overview:
The University of Melbourne is now seeking applications for the 2014-15 and 2015-16 Visiting Chair in Australian Studies at the University of Tokyo. Applications must be submitted by 5pm (AEST) Friday 20 September 2013. For information about this significant academic role, please see the position description.

Open to: Australian citizens and permanent residents

Location: Centre for Pacific and American Studies, University of Tokyo, Komaba Campus

Sep 2

AJET Survey: “Life After JET”

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To:  All JET Alumni — Please take 15 seconds to complete the “Life After JET” survey that AJET has put together.  AJET has done a great job with this year after year, and the results matter–to the JET Programme, to JETAA, and to the future of JET. See below from Yolanda Espiritu of the AJET National Council 2013-14:

I am pleased to inform you that the survey on “Life After JET” is now available. We ask all of our sempai to complete this survey and let us know about “Life After JET.”

“Life After JET” Survey: 

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LifeAfterJET

Aug 27

WIT Life #247: Takao Osawa bonanza!

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WIT Life is a periodic series written by professional Writer/Interpreter/Translator Stacy Smith (Kumamoto-ken CIR, 2000-03).  She starts her day by watching Fujisankei’s newscast in Japanese, and here she shares some of the interesting tidbits and trends along with her own observations.

Two of Japan’s best current actors, Tatsuya Fujiwara and Takashi Osawa, in Takashi Miike’s Shield of Straw

I’m interpreting for a client in L.A. this week, and on the cross-country flight I had the chance to watch two interesting Japanese movies that were just released this year, making the long journey pass by much more quickly (Thank you Delta!).  They both starred one of my favorite Japanese actors, the always かっこいい Takao Osawa.  In this blog I have mentioned his appearances in other films, such as in 終の信託 (Tsui no Shintaku or A Terminal Trust) as the intimidating prosecutor. Osawa’s work never disappoints, and even though these particular movies were not necessarily of a genre I would usually opt to watch, he made sticking with them to the end worth it.

The first film was 藁の楯 (Wara no Tate or Shield of Straw), directed by the legendary Takashi Miike and based on the eponymous book by Kazuhiro Kiuchi.  It features another one of my favorite performers, the fabulous Tatsuya Fujiwara who I recently highlighted from the film I’M FLASH! which debuted at this year’s Japan Society Japan Cuts film festival.  Fujiwara plays a serial killer named Kiyomaru who targets young children, and Osawa is in the role of one of the Special Police assigned to safely escort him from Fukuoka to Tokyo (with Nanako Matsushima as his cracker jack partner).  The grandfather of Kiyomaru’s most recent victim offers 1 billion yen to Read More

Aug 26

The 2013 Canada Conference Report

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Via JETAA Ottawa. Posted by Gemma Villanueva (Fukushima 2008-11), the current newsletter editor for the JETAA Ottawa Newsletter.

Note from JETAA Québec/Atlantique:

The 2013 JETAA Canada Conference, nicknamed “CanCon”, was held in Montréal, Québec, from May 24 to 26. It was hosted by JETAA Québec/Atlantique, with the support and sponsorship of CLAIR (Council of Local Authorities for International Relations) through the Japan Local Government Center (JLGC) in New York, and MoFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) of Japan through the Consulate-General of Japan at Montréal.

In attendance were JETAA delegates from the 5 of 6 other Canadian chapters, namely BC/Yukon, Southern Alberta, Manitoba/Saskatchewan, Toronto and Ottawa; representatives from the JLGC, as well as staff from the Japanese Consulate at Montreal. A representative of the Embassy of Japan was also present as an observer.

This year’s keynote presentation, “JET: From Classroom to Career”, addressed the challenge of what is seldom a fluid transition from Japanese classrooms to a career back home.

Download your copy of the 2013 JETAA Canada Conference report now! (PDF, 1.81 MB) Direct link here: http://www.jetaaottawa.ca/images/pdf/2013%20jetaa%20canada%20conference%20montral%20-%20report.pdf

Aug 26

Let’s Talk Japan Podcast, Episode 15 – JET Alumni Bike Shikoku’s 88 Temple Pilgrimage

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Let’s Talk Japan is a monthly, interview format podcast covering a wide range of Japan-related topics.  Host Nick Harling (Mie-ken, 2001-03) lived in Japan from 2001 until 2005, including two great years as a JET Program participant in Mie-Ken.  He practices law in Washington, D.C., and lives with his wife who patiently listens to him talk about Japan . . . a lot.

In this episode, Nick speaks with JET Program alumni Chelsea Reidy and Elayna Snyder about their upcoming 900-mile bicycle tour of Shikoku’s famous 88 temple pilgrimage.  

Listen to hear them describe their creative “Temple by Temple Project,” which they are funding through Kickstarter, and how they plan to share their adventure with others.

To learn more, check out their website, www.bigricefield.com, and the Temple by Temple Project on Kickstarter. 

Enjoy!

Nick

Aug 25

Job: Modern/Contemporary Japanese Literature, Film, Cultural Studies, Assistant Professor – Princeton University

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Thanks to JET Alum Journalist Tom Baker for sharing this job listing he saw on the Shinpaideshou blog (which I think is run by a JET alum).  Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Assistant Professor, Modern/Contemporary Japanese Literature, Film, Cultural Studies
Posted by: Princeton University, East Asian Studies
Type: N/A
Location: New Jersey
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:
The Department of East Asian Studies at Princeton University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Japanese literature, film, or cultural studies with a focus on modern or contemporary Japan. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research.

Candidates should submit a vita, detailed letter of application, writing sample (25 pages max), dissertation abstract and chapter outline, and three letters of recommendation. A Ph.D. must be in hand or expected by September 1, 2014. The review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. AA/EOE.

Please apply online and upload your documents to http://jobs.princeton.edu (Req. # 1300546).

We ask that referees send their letters to: Chair, Japanese Literature/Film/Cultural Studies Search Committee, East Asian Studies Department, Princeton University, 211 Jones Hall, Princeton, NJ 08544.

Website: http://jobs.princeton.edu

Aug 25

Job: Asian Art Museum – Executive Assistant to the Museum Director (SF)

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Via the Foundation Center.  Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Executive Assistant to the Museum Director
Posted by: Asian Art Museum
Type:
Location: San Francisco, California
Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
Start Date:

Overview:
The Asian Art Museum seeks a skilled, resourceful, and motivated individual to serve as a confidential assistant to the Museum Director, relieving him of a variety of administrative and organizational matters, and managing the daily operations of the Executive Office. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated high level professional assistant to participate in the management of a major San Francisco institution supporting a renowned scholar and distinguished leader.

The ideal candidate will possess superb interpersonal and organizational skills; impeccable tact, discretion, and judgment; and exceptional initiative.; A good cultural fit for this position is someone who has an exceptional work ethic, is passionate about the museum’s mission, and is flexible, positive, and committed to excellence. A sense of humor and a broad perspective are also very desirable. The nature of the position requires the exercise of independent judgment on complicated and difficult administrative matters; the addressing of delicate, sensitive, and confidential information for management in an expeditious and effective manner.; Additionally, the position requires the establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships with the staff, members of the Commission and Foundation, volunteers, the general public, and outside organizations. The Executive Assistant will maintain and manage schedules and work flow; handle inquiries, correspondence, visitors, and telephone calls; arrange travel, meetings and events; develop and implement office procedures and systems; organize and maintain files and records; administer expense reports, budgets, and other related financial matters; research, compile, and summarize a variety of informational materials; and perform a variety of special projects in support of the Director. Read More

Aug 25

Job: Administrative Assistant to Executive – Japanese OR Spanish (Detroit area)

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Thanks to JETAA Chicago’s Victoria Nugent, who works for the Consulate in Chicago, for sharing this listing. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Administrative Assistant to Executive – Japanese or Spanish.
Posted by: Foreign Staffing, Inc.
Type: Full-Time/Permanent
Location: Greater Detroit Area
Salary: $50,000 to $60,000
Start Date: Immediate

Overview:
The Administrative Assistant will provide executive level administrative support to the Vice-President, as well as, coordinate functional group meetings and travel arrangements.

Language Requirement:
-Fluent in English and Japanese OR
-Fluent in English and Spanish

Experience:
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an executive administrative role
-Extensive experience with coordinating international travel
-Extensive experience supporting directors, VPs, and C-suite executives Read More

Aug 25

Job: Staff Assistant – Department of German, Russian and Asian Languages & Literatures a Tufts University (Boston)

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Thanks to Carleen Ben for passing on this international education exchange listing. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Staff Assistant -Department of German, Russian and Asian Languages & Literatures
Posted by: Tufts University
Type: N/A
Location: Medford, Massachusetts
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:
The Department of German, Russian & Asian Languages & Literatures at Tufts University offers two master’s degrees in German (M.A. in German and M.A. in German with Teaching Licensure), undergraduate majors in German Languages and Literatures, German Studies, Chinese, Japanese, Russian Languages and Literatures, Russian and East European Studies and – in conjunction with other departments -, Asian Studies, Judaic Studies and International Literary & Visual Studies. There are also programs in Hebrew and in Arabic Language. Students can minor in Arabic, Chinese, German, Hebrew, Japanese, Russian, and in conjunction with other departments – Asian Studies and Judaic Studies.   Read More

Aug 25

JETAA UK Networking Reception in the Midlands (UK)

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Via JETAA UK. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Aug 25

Job: Cultural/General Information Assistant at the Consulate General of Japan, Edinburgh

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Via JETAA UK. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Cultural/General Information Assistant
Posted by: The Consulate General of Japan
Type: Temporary Position To Cover Maternity Leave – 9 Month Contract
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £70.00 per day
Start Date: October 7th 2013

Overview:
The Consulate General of Japan in Edinburgh is seeking to recruit a temporary member of staff.

The post offered is for a Cultural/General Information Assistant to cover maternity leave.  The contract is for a period of approximately 9 months.

Main Duties

• Assist diplomats when required, for example, letter/speech writing and arrangement of cultural events and receptions.
• Assist diplomats with matters relating to the JET programme.
• Answer telephone/email/visitor enquiries from the public and press.
• Cut out Japan related newspaper articles and copy to diplomats.
• Post magazines/cultural information when required.
• Update website when required.
• Assist other diplomats when required. Read More

Aug 25

Job: Study Abroad Advisor, Emory University, Center for International Programs Abroad (Atlanta)

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Thanks to JET Alum Carleen Ben for sharing this posting. Posted by Kim ‘Kay’  Monroe (Miyazaki-shi, 1995 -97). Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.
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Position:  Study Abroad Advisor
Posted by: Emory University, Center for International Programs Abroad
Type: N/A
Location: Atlanta, GA
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:

•  Advises for several semester study abroad programs and serves as point person for issues pertaining to these programs.
•  Assists with general study abroad advising, pre-departure orientations, classroom presentations, and other marketing/recruiting events within the University.
• Coordinates International Transient Study.
• Advises semester and summer students with visa processes, including international students going to a third country.
•  Advises semester and summer students on internal and external scholarships, and coordinates travel grant and other program-specific scholarships managed by CIPA.
• Assists with Minority Outreach Initiative.
• Coordinates various processes related to CIPA summer programs including faculty offer letters and external program arrangements.
• Manages the cipa@emory.edu
• Serves as CIPA’s First Year Experience (FYE) liaison with Campus Life and the Global Cultures residence hall.
• Maintains and updates brochure pages and budget sheets for advising areas on the CIPA website.
• Serves as front-line advising staff and covers reception as needed. Read More

Aug 24

Japan Writers Conference

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Tom Baker (Chiba, 1989-91) recently posted a video about the Japan Writers Conference on his Tokyo Tom Baker blog. One of the writers featured in it is novelist and anthology editor Suzanne Kamata (Tokushima, 1988-90). Also shown is novelist Holly Thompson, who first came to Japan in connection with the pre-JET MEF program.

The Japan Writers Conference is an English-language event held in a different part of Japan every year. There are usually about 30 presentations by writers in different fields on a variety of topics.

This video was made at the sixth annual JWC in Kyoto, where some of the presenters described what they had spoken about, what other presentations they had enjoyed, and what advice they might have for anyone thinking about going next time.

The seventh annual conference is coming up in November in Okinawa. You can find details on the official website HERE.

Incidentally, you can see video highlights of a past JWC presentation by Tom HERE, and you can learn more about Suzanne and her many books at her website HERE.

Aug 24

Around Japan in 47 Curries: Gunma silk mill

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Tom Baker (Chiba, 1989-91) is writing a 47-part series of posts on his Tokyo Tom Baker blog, in which he samples and comments on a curry from a different prefecture almost every week. Here’s an excerpt from his 12th installment, about a curry said to have been enjoyed by the workers at a silk mill in Gunma Prefecture.

The Tomioka Silk Mill in Gunma Prefecture was the very model of a modern silk reeling factory. Set up by French businessman Paul Brunat under the auspices of the Meiji government, the plant began operations in 1872. According to the plant’s official website, Brunat chose the location, about 100 kilometers northwest of Tokyo, in part because it was well supplied with coal, fresh water, and land suitable for growing mulberry trees.

The plant eventually had an all-Japanese workforce, but at first there were a number of French men working there as engineers, along with a French doctor and some French women who taught Japanese women how to operate the machinery. The unfamiliar presence of foreigners led to a recruiting problem, according to the site. Some women were reluctant to take jobs at the mill because “it was rumored that the French drank blood. The Japanese had seen the French drinking red wine, and had mistaken this for blood. The government tried to deny this rumor…”

Read his full post HERE.