“Founded in November 2011 by Korea Government, the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) supports basic research within the entire range of natural sciences including physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, earth science, and astronomy by providing highly advanced, supportive, self-direct research environments”

IBS invites applications for the positions of Associate Directors who are senior-level researchers with high research potentials, running own research group in collaboration with the directors within their Research Centers

1. Introduction of the research center
IBS Center for Molecular Spectroscopy and Dynamics (CMSD), located in the Seoul campus of Korea University, emphasizes developments of novel time- and space-resolved spectroscopy techniques and their applications to chemically reactive and biologically important systems. CMSD uses ultrashort duration pulses of light to generate stroboscopic movies of the molecular motions that lead to the chemical, biological, and physical transformations of condensed matter. We use a broad range of radiation sources to measure the dynamics of electronic and vibrational degrees of freedom in a wide range of systems, perform quantum chemical and molecular mechanical computations of dynamic systems in condensed phases, and develop novel linear and nonlinear optical imaging and microscopy technologies to monitor time-evolution of chemically and biologically reactive systems in real time. 

2. Job description
Associate directors will serve important roles in assisting the founding director to achieve the goals of the IBS-CMSD as well as directing his or her own research group within the center. The specific fields of research solicited for associate directors are (i) optical imaging and (ii) time- and/or space-resolved laser spectroscopy. Applicants should have strong records of (i) scholarly achievement at the national and international level, (ii) external funding for interdisciplinary-based research, and (iii) evidence of leadership ability in his/her research field. The candidates are expected to have experience managing a large research program in an academic institution (or equivalent agency or institute aiming at state-of-the-art researches) and be able to articulate a strong vision to further the research and outreach programs in IBS-CMSD.

3. Requirements for the position
• Research Areas for the Position
- Optical Imaging, Molecular Imaging
- Time and Spatial Resolved Spectroscopy
• All candidates must be able to commit themselves completely in the long-term to IBS research activities.
• All candidates must be able to manage their respective research groups.
• The candidate should have a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related fields.
• The candidate should be recognized as one of leaders in the international community of his or her research field.
• The candidate should be fluent enough with the relevant scientific and policy issues to be a highly credible representative of the Center among audiences ranging from the general public to the uppermost levels of scientists and policy-makers. The position calls for vision, breadth, and good judgment; proven intellectual leadership skills; a keen sense of public policy, as well as demonstrated financial and staff management experience.
• The candidates must have the ability to work independently while integrating themselves effectively into a teamwork environment. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both oral and written, are therefore essential.

4. Offer
- Authority to run his/her own research team
- Sizable independent research budget
- Tenured or permanent position

5. General Selection Procedure
① Recruitment of applicants by public advertisement
② Selection of candidates for in-depth evaluation
③ Symposium and in-depth interview by review panel
④ Decision by the SEC(Selection & Evaluation Committee) about recommendation
⑤ Negotiation with director
⑥ Appointment by the president

6. Application Submission
- Please fill out the ‘Application Form’ in English and email it as a single PDF file to adapply@ibs.re.kr no later than April 30.
- E-mail title should include ‘Name of Applicant’ and ‘Name of the Research Center’

[ Contact Information ]
Jedong Kim, Research Evaluation Team
Division of Research Service
Institute for Basic Science
70, Yuseong-daero 1689-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, Republic of Korea 305-811

Tel. No.: +82-42-878-8108
Fax No.: +82-42-878-8065
Email: jdkim@ibs.re.kr

   * For more information, please visit IBS website (www.ibs.re.kr/en).

7. Download link for ‘Application Form’
- www.ibs.re.kr/adapply