2022-5 Recruitment Announce for Postdoctoral Research Associate Positions at the Center for Exotic
Nuclear Studies
The Institute for Basic Science (IBS) is a national research institute established in accordance with Article 14
of the Special Act on Establishment of and Support for International Science and Business Belt. IBS aims to
advance the frontiers of knowledge and drive the development of future technologies through world-class basic
science research.
Founded in December 2019, the IBS Center for Exotic Nuclear Studies (CENS) carries out experiments on nuclear
astrophysics, nuclear structure and nuclear reaction using rare isotope accelerators overseas. CENS also has a
theory group to carry out independent research and support its experimental efforts. In the near future, the
Center will also conduct research that can best utilize a rare isotope accelerator complex in South Korea, named
Rare isotope Accelerator complex for ON line experiments (RAON). Furthermore, CENS is working to develop
state-of-the-art detectors for research on structures and reactions of exotic nuclei, measurement of nuclear
reactions in explosive stellar events, discovery of new rare isotopes, and exotic nuclear physics experiments.
CENS is seeking creative, dynamic candidates to join and help the Center grow by leading experiments and
theoretical studies on exotic nuclei, data analysis, and development of detectors.
□ Overview
Overview
No. |
Job Position |
Recruitment Area |
Required Qualifications |
Affiliation (workplace) |
Number of openings |
① |
Postdoctoral Research Associate
(Ph.D.)
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Theoretical or experimental nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, or other related field. |
- Degree : Doctoral degree (Those who do not exceed 5 years after obtaining doctoral
degree, or those who are expected to obtain a doctoral degree within 3 months from the appointment
start date(March 1st , 2023))
- Major : Theoretical or experimental nuclear physics, nuclear astrophysics, or other related field.
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Center for Exotic Nuclear Studies
(Daejeon, HQ)
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- 〇 Research Position Job Description
- - (Postdoctoral Research Associate) Conduct research while at the same time receiving postdoctoral
training for a certain period of time to deepen their understanding of a field and develop a
distinctive
research capability. Available for individuals who are within the first five years after obtaining
their
Ph.D. or to be obtained within 3 months from the appointment start date. Employment can be renewed
only
once and the total appointed term is up to 3 years
※ Note: In case of the Center’s closure during employment, the employment contract will be
terminated
accordingly.
□ Qualifications
- Required qualifications :
- ▪ Must be in compliance with the requirements for appointments as specified in Article 33 of the State
Public Officials Act and IBS statutes.
- Preferred qualifications :
- ▪ Individuals with disabilities as defined in Articles 3 and 4 of the Enforcement Decree of the Act on the
Employment Promotion and Vocational Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities, or individuals eligible for
employment assistance as defined in Article 29 of the Act on the Honorable Treatment of and Support for
Persons, Etc. of Distinguished Service to the State (additional points will be given during the
screening/evaluation process)
- ▪ Women in science, engineering and technology as defined in Article 2 of the Act on Fostering and
Supporting Women Scientists and Technicians
□ Screening Process
Screening Process
Category |
Detail |
Selection criteria |
Required documents |
Step 1
(Document Screening)
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Suitability for the position and for the field of work, excellence of the applicant’s research
achievements, overall research activities, proposed research plan, etc. |
Approximately 5 times the number of applicants than the number of vacancies will be selected for the
interview in order of the highest scores with the minimum average score of 80. |
Curriculum vitae (CV), List of publications, Research plan (1 page), Two recommendation letters or
more*, Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information / Application for the IBS |
Step 2
(Interview Screening)
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Expertise in their field, attitude and communication skills, presentation skills, excellence of
their research, development potential and prospect, etc. |
Final candidates will be selected in order of the highest scores with the minimum average score of
80.
※ The procedure allows for a successful candidate and up to two additional waiting list candidates
per opening in accordance with the scores
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There can be additional required documents according to the situation at the center |
□ Application Submission and Deadline
- 〇 How to apply: Submit the documents below via e-mail at (cens_recruit@ibs.re.kr).
- - CV
- - List of publications
- - One page of research plan
- - Two reference letters or more*
- - Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information / Application for IBS (attached)
* References letters must be sent to cens_recruit@ibs.re.kr from the writers and any letters from
the applicants will not be accepted.
- 〇 Deadline for application submission: January 31st 2023 (15:00) KST
- ※ E-mail Title : [2022-5 CENS] YYY←Applicant’s name
e.g., [2022-5 CENS]Hong Gil-dong
□ Notes
- 〇 Blind hiring process will be implemented to reduce the risk of bias in the hiring decision and block out
any and all identification details from candidate's resume and applications.
- 〇 CENS, IBS is an Equal Opportunity or Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Any biased information will not be
provided to committees at all.
- 〇 Applicants will be responsible for any consequences of making mistakes, missing information or not
submitting required documentation in their applications. If any information is found to be incorrect or
false, the job offer will be withdrawn.
- 〇 Submitted documents may be returned when a request is made within three months from the announcement of the
final result in accordance with Article 4 of the Enforcement Decree of the Fair Hiring Procedure Act.
- 〇 If candidates are disqualified due to a background check or a physical examination result, the job offer
will be withdrawn.
- 〇 If candidates are found to be former public officials dismissed for corruption as set forth in Article 82
of the Act on the Prevention of Corruption and the Establishment of the Anti-corruption and Civil Rights
Commission, the job offer will be withdrawn.
- 〇 No applicants may be hired if there are no applicants deemed qualified during the screening process.
- 〇 If hired, the job category/grade and annual salary will be determined in accordance with IBS rules and
regulations.
- 〇 Successful candidates are expected to start on March 1st, 2023 (subject to change).
- 〇 Workplace: Center for Exotic Nuclear Studies, IBS HQ, Daejeon
- 〇 Inquiries: Recruiting Manager of CENS
(Tel: +82 42-878-9404, E-mail : cens_recruit@ibs.re.kr)
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