KASI-Yonsei Postdoctoral Positions (2025)

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) and Yonsei University invite applications for postdoctoral research associates. The positions are initially for 2 years and could be renewed for another two years based on the mid-term evaluation. Qualified applicants are those who earned their Ph.D. within the past 5years (starting date is within 5 years of receiving their Ph.D.) or those who will obtain their Ph.D. before the appointment date. The postdoctoral offices will be mainly on the Seoul campus of Yonsei University.

We welcome applicants from all fields of astronomy and astrophysics, while some preference will be given to those who have interests in (1) galaxy formation and evolution including galaxy clusters and environmental studies, low-surface brightness phenomena, and numerical simulations, (2) inference of machine learning for astronomical data sets (e.g., in respect of LSST and DESI), or (3) any other fields that are active in both KASI and Yonsei astronomy department.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The pay grade will be determined based on experience and performance. An appropriate research fund

is available for travel, publication fee, and equipment. Korean applicants must have completed mandatory military service or received an exemption, and must be eligible to travel abroad.

Applicants should send 1) a short research plan (1 page), 2) a CV with a publication list, and 3) a list of two referees who would write a letter of recommendation if the

applicant is shortlisted to Prof. Sukyoung Yi (yi@yonsei.ac.kr) or Dr. Taehyun Jung (thjung@kasi.re.kr) by 31 May 2025. Applicants must be available to begin the position no later than October 2025.

Questions should be sent to Prof. Sukyoung Yi (yi@yonsei.ac.kr) or Dr. Taehyun Jung (thjung@kasi.re.kr).

Application Deadline: 31 May 2025

Email:

Prof. Sukyoung Yi (yi@yonsei.ac.kr), Dr. Taehyun Jung (thjung@kasi.re.kr)