Call for Applications for Associate Director Position of "Center for Underground Physics" in the Institute for Basic Science (IBS)

IBS invites applicants for the position of Associate Director who are senior-level researchers with high research potentials, and are able to run his or her own research group in collaboration with the directors within their Research Centers.

1. Introduction of the research center

The Center for Underground Physics (CUP), established as a headquarter research center of Institute for Basic Science (IBS) in 2013 aims to conduct basic researches for beyond standard model physics to deepen our understanding on the origin and structure of the universe. We try to find out if the neutrinos are Majorana or Dirac particles, establish the theory for neutrino mass, and further understand the origin of the asymmetry of matter-antimatter in the universe by confirming the neutrinoless double beta decay process (AMoRE experiment). We try to find the weakly interacting massive particles (WIMP), one of most promising candidate for dark matter, by conducting experiments using ultra-low radioactivity crystal detectors (COSINE experiment). In addition, we are developing new detection techniques for more precise experiments than the current ones. CUP operates a 700-meter deep underground laboratory at Yangyang, and also constructing a deeper and wider new underground laboratory at Handuk iron mine. We will produce the worldwide new experimental results by integrating three major techniques, growing ultra-low radioactivity crystals by high-level purification technique, ultra-low temperature detector technique, ultra-low radioactivity measurement technique.

- (for more information) http://cupweb.ibs.re.kr

2. Job description

• - Associate directors will serve important roles in assisting the founding director to achieve the goal of the research center as well as directing his or her own research group within the center. The specific field of research solicited for the associate director is "Neutrino-less double beta decay experiment utilizing low temperature detector technology".
• - Applicants should have a strong record of scholarly achievement at the national and international level, a significant record of securing external funding for interdisciplinary-based research and evidence of leadership ability in the field of low temperature sensors.
• - The candidates must have experience managing a large research program and staff within an academic institution (or equivalent agency responsible for research) and be able to articulate a strong vision to further the research and outreach programs in IBS.

3. Requirements for the position

• - 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 be recognized as one of leaders in the international community of his or her research field.
• - The candidate of associate director must 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 policymakers. 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.

4. Offer

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

5. General Selection Procedure

• ①Recruitment of applicants by public advertisement
• ②Selection of candidates for in-depth evaluation
• ③Symposium and in-depth interview by review panel
• ④Decision by the SEC(Selection & Evaluation Committee) about recommendation
• ⑤Negotiation with director
• ⑥Appointment 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 May 7th.
• - E-mail title should include 'Name of Applicant' and 'Name of the Research Center'

[ Contact Information ]

• KO Youngwook, Research Evaluation Team
• Division of Research Service
• Institute for Basic Science. 70, Yuseong-daero 1689-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, Republic of Korea 34047
• Tel. No.: +82-42-878-8142
• Fax No.: +82-42-878-8065
• Email: young@ibs.re.kr

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

7. Download link for 'Application Form' and 'FAQ'

• - Application Form: https://goo.gl/dxT6nS
• - FAQ: https://goo.gl/DdLhkU