Kyoto University Office of Research Acceleration

About Kyoto University Office of Research Acceleration
Member

Natsuko Inaishi

稲石 奈津子
  • Research Administrator
  • Deputy Head of Development and Administration (Humanities and Social Sciences)
    [sub] Research Promotion Division (Research Communication)

Current roles & responsibilities

Expertise & Skills

Arts, Literature, Performing Arts, Art Management

Message for researchers

While the role of URAs has become more advanced and specialized, I strive to always look ahead and take on new challenges to help foster the emergence of new research and ensure sustainable research activities.

What inspired me to become a research administrator (URA)

When I was in charge of the COE program (a MEXT-funded program for research promotion) at the previous university, a professor, who was the program leader, suggested the university develop a profession in research administration and nurture those who are specialized in academic support. That was a long time before the role of “URA” was introduced in Japan. Since then, I have been interested in engaging in academic support. Also, I thought I would be able to utilize my experience as a program officer at a private foundation and decided to apply for the role of URA.

Academic & Professional Background

  • Program Officer, Grant Program Division, the Saison Foundation
  • The 21st Century COE Program, the Tsubouchi Memorial Theatre Museum, Waseda University
  • Global COE Program, the Tsubouchi Memorial Theatre Museum, Waseda University