A Guide to Programs Supporting Faculty and Staff in Raising the Next Generation
Faculty members

This guide introduces available programs, such as special leave and parental leave for childbirth and childcare.

Guide to Work-Life Balance: Childcare and CaregivingFaculty members・Students

This pamphlet introduces various programs that support work-life balance.

UOsaka Childcare Support NewsletterFaculty members・Students

We provide useful childcare-related information, including details about various support programs and on-campus nursery schools, to registered faculty and staff members. Registration is open to those who already have children as well as those who may need this information in the future.

Prenatal Checkups and Support Outpatient ServicesFemale faculty members

This program assists female faculty and staff on campus to make appointments for prenatal checkups and outpatient care at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University Hospital.

Electric Breast Pump RentalFemale faculty members

Female faculty and staff who wish to breastfeed their children can borrow Medela's Symphony or Solo breast pumps, free of charge.

On-Campus Nursery SchoolsFaculty members・Students

We operate three nursery schools on the Suita and Toyonaka campuses (total capacity 185 children). Early morning care, extended care, and Saturday care are also available.

Short-Term Childcare CenterFaculty members・Students

Short-term childcare for preschool and elementary school children is available during times not covered by daycare centers (early mornings and evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.).

Childcare for sick and convolescent childrenFaculty members

When it is difficult to care for a sick child at home, we collaborate with pediatricians from the University Hospital to provide care with nurses and childcare professionals on-site. Children of preschool age and up to third grade in elementary school are eligible.

Coupons for Babysitting ServicesFaculty members

A coupon will be issued for each eligible child to receive a discount off the daily fee when using the babysitting service.

Collaborative SpaceFaculty members・Students

This space is available for The University of Osaka faculty, staff and students as a free and open place to interact. A breastfeeding area and Short-Term Childcare Center are provided, and accompanying children are welcome. *Please note that the use of the Short-Term Childcare Center requires prior application.

Installation of Diaper Changing Mats and Baby Chairs in Toilet Stalls
Faculty members・Students

Diaper changing mats and baby chairs are being installed in multi-purpose and regular restrooms on campuses.

Babycare room "mamaro"Faculty members・Students

A fully private baby care room "mamaro" has been installed on the first floor of the Co-creation Innovation Building at the Suita Campus.

Information on Support for CaregiversFaculty members

This section introduces a support system for balancing work and caregiving responsibilities.

Guide to Work-Life Balance: Childcare and CaregivingFaculty members

This pamphlet introduces various programs that support work-life balance.

Research Support Staff SystemFaculty members

This is a support system enabling researchers who have completed graduate school or are students to be hired as "research support staff" for those who cannot secure sufficient time for research due to various life events such as childbirth, childcare, or family care.

Plus One (Short-term Educational Research Support) SystemFaculty members

The University subsidizes the cost of hiring students and other part-time employees to provide assistance with education and research activities for faculty members facing life events such as childbirth, childcare, and nursing care, and needing short-term and intensive support. Note: This support is not available to anyone currently using the Research Support Staff system.