Faculty Positions in Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI)

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science. Furthermore, KASI develops astronomical instruments and operates facilities in Korea as well as overseas. We are currently searching for creative and outstanding staff scientists.

The Applications should be submitted by April 21, 2019 (22:00 KST) at https://www.kasi.re.kr/eng/publication/post/recruitNotice

○ The Areas of Recruitment

 ▶ A1: Optical Astronomy

     - Big Survey Data and Machine Learning Research (2 Positions)

 ▶ A2: Optical Astronomy

     - Time Domain Astronomy Research (1 Position)

 ▶ A3: Space Astronomy

    - Space Weather Research Satellite Operation and Magnetosphere/ionosphere Research (1 Position)

 ▶ A4: Radio Astronomy

     - Whole fields of Radio Astronomy (1 Position)

 ▶ A5: Radio Astronomy

     - Development of Instruments for Micro- and Mili-meter wavelengths (1 Position)

 ▶ A6: Large Telescope and Instrumentation

     - Development of Optical and Infrared Instruments (1 Position)

○ Schedule for the Selection Process

 ① Document review (Preliminary Selection): 2019-04-29(Mon.) ~ 2019-05-03(Fri.)

 ② Presentation(Secondary Selection): 2019-05-20(Mon.) ~ 2019-05-24(Fri.)

 ③ Comprehensive Interview(Final Selection): 2019-06-17(Mon.) ~ 2019-06-21(Fri.)

 ※ The result of each selection process will be informed to the applicants through e-mail.

 ※ Presentation about the Research

    - About the past research achievements and future research plan (PPT 10~15 pages)

    - Duration: 30 minutes including 20 minutes of presentation, 10 minutes of Q&A

     (This will be adjusted by the number of successful applicants.)

    - For foreigners abroad, the presentation and interview will be conducted via Skype.

 ※ Employment date: Second half of 2019 (Negotiable)

o Depending on the results of CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK of applicants from their own countries, the ineligible applicant’s employment will be nullified.

o If a false information is found in the submitted documents, your employment will be canceled.

o The position and salary of the successful applicants is evaluated by the internal rules of KASI.

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science. Furthermore, KASI develops astronomical instruments and operates facilities in Korea as well as overseas. We are currently searching for creative and outstanding staff scientists.

The Applications should be submitted by 2018-9-7 (15:00 KST) at 

https://www.kasi.re.kr/kor/recruitApply/recruitConfirm/2018010%20/10634

○ The Areas of Recruitment

 ▶ G1 : Optical Astronomy (Variable Objects Research)

 ▶ G2 : Optical Astronomy (Extragalactic Astronomy Research)

 ▶ G3 : Radio Astronomy (Radio Astronomy Research)

 ▶ G4 : Theoretical Astronomy (Gravitational Wave Research)

 ▶ G5 : Research Development and Operation of Large Telescopes 

○ Schedule for the Selection Process

 ① Document review (Preliminary Selection) : 2018-09-10(Mon.) ~ 2018-09-21(Fri.)

 ② Presentation(Secondary Selection) : 2018-10-15(Mon.) ~ 2018-10-19(Fri.)

 ③ Comprehensive Interview(Final Selection) : 2018-10-29(Mon.) ~ 2018-11-02(Fri.)

 ※ The result of each selection process will be informed to the applicants through e-mail.

 ※ Presentation about the Research

    - About the past research achievements and future research plan (PPT 10~15 pages)

    - Duration: 30 minutes including 20 minutes of presentation, 10 minutes of Q&A

     (This will be adjusted by the number of successful applicants.)

    - For foreigners abroad, the presentation and interview will be conducted via Skype.

 ※ Employment date: December 1, 2018

o Depending on the results of CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK of applicants from their own countries, the ineligible applicant’s employment will be nullified.

o If a false information is found in the submitted documents, your employment will be canceled.

o The position and salary of the successful applicants is evaluated by the internal rules of KASI.

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science. Furthermore, KASI develops astronomical instruments and operates facilities in Korea as well as overseas. We are currently searching for creative and outstanding staff scientists.

1.Areas of Recruitment
- D1: All areas of Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Sciences

2. Qualifications
 - No limitation on nationality, age, and sex.

3. Screening Process and Required Documents
 A. Document Review (Preliminary Selection)
 For the document screening process, applicants are required to submit the documents as stated below.
 ① An application form for permanent position and a cover letter
 ② A written form of consent on collecting and using personal information (Korean only)
 ③ A Curriculum Vitae including
  (1) past research and R&D achievements
  (2) list of research and development record
  (3) future research plan in KASI
 ④ More than two letters of reference sent to recruit@kasi.re.kr
The forms of document ①, ② and ③ are downloadable at www.kasi.re.kr/eng
All of the documents above should be submitted by August 31st, 2017 (17:00 KST) online.

B. Presentation & Comprehensive Interview (Secondary Selection) at KASI.
For applicants who have passed the document screening process, presentation and comprehensive interview will be conducted. Normally, it takes about 50 minutes (20 minutes presentation and 30 minutes interview). For applicants abroad, we encourage them to visit KASI for the interview. For reference, we support air fare and accommodation expenses. For applicants unable to visit KASI, the interview will be conducted via Skype.

The documents required for the interview are as stated below.
 ① Presentation material(PPT) and Skype ID
 ② The career certificate/proof of employment/license
 ③ A photo of diploma

C. Expected Date of Personnel Appointment : November 1st, 2017 (negotiable)

4. Others
 o Depending on the results of the CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK of applicants from one’s native country, the ineligible applicant’s employment will be nullified.
 o If a false information is found in the submitted documents, one’s employment will be canceled.
 o The position and salary of the successful applicants will be evaluated by the internal regulations of KASI.
 o Please on the APPLY button below in order to apply, and upload all documents online.
 o For any questions relevant to this job opening, please send an e-mail to recruit@kasi.re.kr

Permanent Positions in Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute(KASI)

The Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science, develop astronomical instruments and operate facilities in Korea and overseas. We are currently looking for creative and outstanding researchers. The candidate will have full access to all the resources and facilities of KASI. KASI’s resources and facilities include the Gemini and the MMT through K-GMT Science Program (~15 nights per semester), 1.8-m Bohyunsan optical telescope, 1.0-m Mt. Lemmon optical telescope, IGRINS, KVN, KaVA, TRAO 14-m telescope, ALMA through East Asia Region, and the JCMT through East Asia Observatory.

1. The Areas of Recruitment

   - C1: Theoretical Astronomy

   - C2: Astronomical Instrumentation

   - C3: All areas of Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Sciences

2. Qualifications

   - No limitation on nationality, age, and sex.

3. Schedule for the Selection Process

    ① Document review (Preliminary Selection) : 06/03/2017(Mon.) ~ 17/03/2017(Fri.)

    ② Presentation & Comprehensive Interview (Secondary Selection) : 27/03/2017(Mon.) ~ 07/04/2017(Fri.)

    ③ Personnel Appointment : 10/05/2017(Wed.)

※ The Information about each selection process will be notified on the KASI web-site.

   - Schedule of the process

   - date and place for each selection process

    (The dates and places could be changed by the internal circumstances of KASI)

   - the results of the relevant processes

※ The result of each selection process will be informed to the successful applicants through e-mail.

※ The schedule for the personality and aptitude test will be notified through e-mail to the successful applicants.

※ Presentation about the Research

   - About the past research achievements and future research plan (PPT 10~15 pages)

   - Duration: 50 minutes including 20 minutes of presentation, 30 minutes of Q&A

    (This will be adjusted by the number of successful applicants.)

   - For foreigners abroad, the presentation and interview will be conducted via Skype.

※ Employment date: July 1, 2017

4. Documents required for the process

   o Documents to submit for the Primary Selection : please use KASI application forms!

    ① An application form for permanent position and a cover letter

    ② A written consent for collecting and using the individual information

    ③ A document of past research and development achievements

    ④ A list of research and development record

    ⑤ Future research plan in KASI

     *①~⑤ The forms are downloadable at www.kasi.re.kr/eng

    ⑥ A photo of diploma

   o Documents to submit for the Secondary Selection

    (submissions through e-mail at least one day prior to the presentation day)

   ① A of presentation material(PPT) and Skype ID

   ② Certified documents for each of the achievements

   ③ A of the certificate of career/proof of employment/license

5. Others

   o Depending on the results of CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK of applicants from their own countries, the ineligible applicant’s employment will be nullified.

   o If a false information is found in the submitted documents, your employment will be canceled.

   o The position and salary of the successful applicants is evaluated by the internal rules of KASI.

Permanent Position for Space Plasma Physics in KASI

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute (KASI), government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea, invites applicants to a permanent position in the field of space plasma physics. Especially, candidates with research interests in magnetospheric physics (data analysis, modeling and/or instrumentation) are strongly encouraged to apply this position. The nationality of the applicants will not be importantly considered. The successful candidates will join the solar and space weather group where about 30 researchers/students study of solar physics, magnetosphere and ionosphere. KASI supports the successful candidates to extend their original research with various funding programs. The candidates will be expected to lead or develop a first rate research program in space physics, including interactions with others of all levels within the KASI Space Physics community. In addition, If the successful applicant wants, He/She also can teach graduate course students by the educational program of University of Science and Technology. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. The target date is on or after December 1, 2016.

For more information about the research activities of solar and space weather group, contact jjlee@kasi.re.kr.
For more information about the application process, contact recruit@kasi.re.kr.

The Applications should be sent by 2016-10-7(17:00 KST).

○ The Areas of Recruitment
   ▶ B2 : Space Plasma Physics (Mangetospheric Physics)

○ Required Documents
   ① An application form for permanent position and a cover letter
   ② A written consent for collecting and using the individual information
   ③ A document of past research and development achievements
   ④ A list of research and development record
   ⑤ Future research plan in KASI
   ⑥ A photo of diploma
   ⑦  More than two letters of recommendation
    * Letters should be sent by 2016-10-7 (17:00 KST) via e-mail: recruit@kasi.re.kr

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute(KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science, develop astronomical instruments and operate facilities in Korea and overseas.

We are currently looking for creative and outstanding scientists. The successful candidates will have full access to all the resources and facilities of the KASI. The KASI’s resources and facilities include the Gemini and the MMT through K-GMT Science Program (~15 nights per semester), 1.8-m Bohyunsan optical telescope, 1.0-m Mt.Lemmon optical telescope, IGRINS, KVN, KaVA, TRAO 14-m telescope, ALMA through East Asia Region, and the JCMT through East Asia Observatory. The KASI is committed to increasing its diversity and welcomes applications from women, minorities and the disabled.

The Applications should be sent by 2016-9-30 (17:00 KST) at www.kasi.re.kr/eng

○ The Areas of Recruitment

   ▶ B1 : Theoretical Astronomy (Cosmology)

○ Required Documents

   ① An application form for permanent position and a cover letter

   ② A written consent for collecting and using the individual information

   ③ A document of past research and development achievements

   ④ A list of research and development record

   ⑤ Future research plan in KASI

   ⑥ More than two letters of recommendation

 * Letters should be sent by 2016-9-30 (17:00 KST) via e-mail: recruit@kasi.re.kr

   ⑦ A photo of diploma

Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute(KASI) is a government-funded research institute located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. We conduct front-line research in various fields of astronomy, astrophysics and space science, develop astronomical instruments and observe facilities in Korea and overseas.

We are currently looking for creative and outstanding scientists. The successful candidates will have full access to all the resources and facilities of the KASI. The KASI’s resources and facilities include the Gemini and the MMT through K-GMT Science Program (~15 nights per semester), 1.8-m Bohyunsan optical telescope, 1.0-m Mt.Lemmon optical telescope, IGRINS, KVN, KaVA, TRAO 14-m telescope, ALMA through East Asia Region, and the JCMT through East Asia Observatory. The KASI is committed to increasing its diversity and welcomes applications from women, minorities and the disabled.

The Applications should be sent by 2016-3-31 (17:00 KST) at www.kasi.re.kr/eng

○ The Areas of Recruitment
  ▶ A1 : Radio Astronomy (Dynamics and Evolution of Galaxies)
  ▶ A2 : Space Surveillance (Space Situational Awareness)
  ▶ A3 : Theoretical Astronomy (Cosmology)
  ▶ A4 : Space Sciences (Mangetospheric Physics)
  ▶ A5 : All areas of Astronomy and Space Sciences

○ Required Documents
  ① An application form for permanent position and a cover letter
  ② A written consent for collecting and using the individual information
  ③ A document of past research and development achievements
  ④ A list of research and development record
  ⑤ Future research plan in KASI
  ⑥ More than two letters of recommendation
* Letters should be sent by 2016-3-31 (17:00 KST) via e-mail: recruit@kasi.re.kr
  ⑦ A photo of diploma