2022-2 Recruitment Announcement for Postdoctoral research associate position at the Center for Theoretical Physics of the Universe

The YSF (Dr. Miok Park) who is belong to Center for Theoretical Physics of the Universe (CTPU) at Institute for Basic Science (http://www.ibs.re.kr), South Korea, invites applications for one postdoctoral research associate position in Theoretical High Energy Physics, with particular emphasis on Gravity (especially black holes), Quantum Gravity or Numerical relativity. This position is available for individuals who is obtained their Ph.D in five years or to be obtained within 3 months from the date of initial appointment. The annual salary is around 40,000,000 Korean won and additionally the benefit card (1,600,000 Korean won) is provided. Also the severance pay will be received separately if the employment is served at least one year, The starting date can be anytime in 2022, but preferred in August 1st 2022. The initial appointment will be for 1 year, and can be extended subject to the performance review and funding situation. Employment can be renewed only once and the total appointed term is up to 3 years.

YSF(Dr. Miok Park) independently runs own small research group and conducts independent research as the principal investigator within the center(CTPU). If accepted this position will be supported by the IBS-YSF funding, but formally will belong to IBS-CTPU, which has large numbers of group members (1 director, 6 faculty members, 1 YSF and 14 postdoctoral research fellows) and provides comfort and research friendly environment and more chances to closely interact with researchers in diverse research areas.

Applications should include CV, publication list, research statement, Consent form to Provide Personal Information(attached), and at least three letters of recommendation. For full consideration, application materials including the letters should be submitted to ctpu_recruit@ibs.re.kr by May 31, 2022 Midnight as KST

※ References letters must be sent to ctpu_recruit@ibs.re.kr directly from the writers and any letters from the applicants will not be accepted

□ Overview

• 〇 Job Description for Research Position
• - (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. Appointed for a term of up to three years.
  ※ Note: In case of the Center’s closure during employment, the employment contract will be terminated accordingly.

□ Qualifications and Preferences

• [General qualifications]
• • Those who are qualified under Article 33 of the State Public Officials Act and IBS regulations
• • Those who completed mandatory military service or exempt from such service, and permitted to travel abroad


• [Preferences]
• • Additional points for persons with disabilities under Articles 3 and 4 of the Enforcement Decree of the Act on the Employment Promotion and Vocational Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities, or persons eligible for employment assistance under Article 29 of the Act on the Honorable Treatment of and Support for Persons, Etc. of Distinguished Service to the State.
• • Those who are “women in science, engineering and technology” under Article 2 of the Act on Fostering and Supporting Women Scientists and Technicians

□ Screening Process

※ The interview can be conducted as video interview

□ Application Submission and Deadline

• 〇 How to apply : Submit documents to ctpu_recruit@ibs.re.kr
  • 1. CV
  • 2. List of publications
  • 3. Research statement
  • 4. At least 3 Recommendation letters*
  • 5. Consent form to Provide Personal Information(attached)
    * References letters must be sent to ctpu_recruit@ibs.re.kr directly from the writers and any letters from the applicants will not be accepted
• 〇 Closing dates : May 31, 2022(Midnight as KST)
  • ※ E-mail Title: [Applying for Postdoctoral research associate position at the CTPU]YYY←Applicant's name
  • e.g.) [Applying for Postdoctoral research associate position at the CTPU]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 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 August 1, 2022.
• 〇 Workplace: Center for Theoretical Physics of the Universe, IBS HQ, Daejeon
• 〇 Inquiries: CTPU Recruitment Manager at +82-42-878-9404 or ctpu_recruit@ibs.re.kr