2023-4 Recruitment Announcement for Researcher Positions at the Center for Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems
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 Belts. IBS aims to discover creative knowledge and secure original technologies through world-class basic science research.
The Center for Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems aims to take up the grand challenge and to create a world-class laboratory for the nonlinear classical and quantum dynamics of nano-structured systems, and to conduct cutting edge research on phenomena at the interfaces of applied and computational theoretical condensed matter physics and optics. Our center invites a creative and dynamic talent who will help us to achieve our goals.
□ Recruitment Area and Openings
Recruitment Area and Openings
| Category |
Job Category |
Recruitment Area |
Required Qualifications |
Affiliation
(workplace) |
No. of Openings |
| ① |
Senior Researcher |
Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems |
-Degree: Doctoral degree
-Major: Physics or related
area
-Preferences: Research experience in quantum dots, van der Waals heterostructures, magnetism in twisted bilayer graphene, electronic properties of graphene quantum dots with spin-orbit coupling, Mach-Zender interferometry and graphene nanostructure billiards are welcome among others |
Center for Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems
(HQ, Daejeon) |
1 |
| ② |
Postdoctoral Research Associate |
Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems |
-Degree: Doctoral
degree (obtained within recent 5 years or to be obtained within 3 months from the appointment start date)
-Major: Physics or
related area
-Preferences: Research
experience in light-matter interaction, and quantum neural networks for quantum many-body excited states are welcome among others |
1 |
| Total |
2 |
□ Qualifications and Preferences
- [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.
- ● 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of Corruption and the Establishment of the Anti-corruption and Civil Rights Commission, the job offer will be withdrawn.
- ● Must have no restrictions traveling overseas. Male applicants must have completed or be exempted from compulsory military service.
※ 전문연구요원 종사를 희망하는 경우에는 지원 의사와 병역 관계를 cover letter 및 이메일 등에 표시하여 제출 필요. 다만 현역입영대상자의 전문연구요원 신규 편입은 불가하며, 보충역 대상자 및 타 기관에서 전직해서 오는 경우에 한하여 지원 가능(반드시 타 기관에서 전직 요건이 충족되는 등 전직 요건이 충족 되어야만 함)
- • Must meet the requirements by the end of the application deadline.
- [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)
- - 5 additional points for those who submit the certificate of disabilities
- - 5-10 additional points for those who submit the certificate of employment protection for the national war
veteran
- ● Women in science, engineering and technology as defined in Article 2 of the Act on Fostering and
Supporting Women Scientists and Technicians
※ Apply the highest additional points across all preferences.
□ Screening Process
Screening Process
| Category |
Schedule (Expected) |
Detail |
Step 1
(Document screening) |
~ October 2, 2023 |
∘Review items: Relevance to the recruitment area, expertise in research achievement, work capability, development potential, etc.
∘Eligibility: Applicants who have met the required qualification.
∘Select up to five times the number of candidates than open positions for the next screening step. Select applicants with the highest average scores (minimum average score: 80). |
Step 2
(Interview screening) |
~ October 10, 2023 |
∘Review items: Expertise in the recruitment area, presentation skill, attitude, problem solving skills, development potential, fluency in foreign languages(English), etc.
∘Eligibility: Applicants who pass the document screening.
∘Select the final candidates with the highest average scores (minimum average score: 80) within the number of openings.
∘ Select two times the number of candidates than open positions for the waiting list.
※ When the applicants are not competent enough, the IBS may select the final candidates less than the number of openings. |
※ The interview can be conducted in video interview.
※ The schedule above may be subject to change.
□ Required Documents
Required Documents
| Category |
Detail |
Step 1
(Document screening) |
1. Curriculum vitae including a list of publications(PDF format)
2. Research statement (PDF format)
3. Two recommendation letters
※ letters forwarded by an applicant will not be considered
4. Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information (attached)
5. Application for the institute for Basic Science (attached)
6. Supporting documents for persons with disabilities or eligible for veterans’ benefit (if applicable) |
Step 2
(Interview screening) |
※ There can be additional required documents according to the situation at the group |
□ Term of employment contract
- 〇 (Senior researcher) will be eligible to renew employment contract once after the initial term and the total employment period is up to five years.
※ In case of the Center’s closure during employment, the employment contract will be terminated accordingly.
- 〇 (Postdoctoral research associate) will be eligible to renew employment contract once after the initial term and the total employment period is up to three years.
Contract renewal after initial contract can be available in accordance with the result of the performance review.
※ In case of the Center’s closure during employment, the employment contract will be terminated accordingly.
□ Application Submission and Period
- 〇 How to apply: e-mail at phw@ibs.re.kr
- E-mail Title: [2023-4 PCS–(name)]
- Open and closing dates: September 4, 2023 ~ September 19, 2023, until 18:00 KST
- 〇 Please kindly note that if your application musses to submit a part of required
documents including recommendation letters by the deadline, your application shall not be accepted.
□ Other Information
- 〇 The revised guidelines of the Ministry of Employment and Labor, and the Ministry of Economy and Finance (revision on 3 Nov. 2022, implementation on 1 Jan. 2023) have allowed a flexible application of the blind hiring policy to secure excellent researchers, thereby broadening the scope of information to be collected (e.g., academic background, schools, period spent on obtaining degrees, reference letters [including referees’ information] and experience). However, personal information that can identify the applicant (e.g., gender and age) is still not collected.
- 〇 PCS, 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 submitted 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 November 16, 2023 (negotiable)
- 〇 Inquiries: phw@ibs.re.kr
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