Quantum Universe Center (QUC) at the Korea Institute for Advanced Study (KIAS) invites applicants for the positions at the level of Research Professor and Research Fellow in pure and applied physics. Applicants are expected to have demonstrated exceptional research potential, including major contributions beyond or through the doctoral dissertation.

Further information on our latest call for applications is available on KIAS Job Recruitment Website
Inquiries: School of Physics(kias.re.kr)

QUC Fellow

The initial appointment for QUC Fellow position is for two years with a possibility of a one-time renewal of up to three years; the renewed contract period shall be determined by the needs and situation of QUC project. The annual salary will be decided within the range of 60,000,000 Korean won(currency exchange rate) and 70,000,000 Korean won depending on project funding. An individual research grant of 15,000,000 Korean Won and a welfare card will be available each year. There are no teaching duties.

All KIAS employees are eligible for the retirement saving plan by Scientists & Engineers Mutual Aid Association(SEMA).

QUC Research Fellows

The initial appointment for QUC Research Fellow position is for two years with possibility of a one-time renewal for up to two years, depending on research performance and the needs of the research program at KIAS. The annual salary starts from 48,500,000 Korean Won(currency exchange rate); an individual research grant of 10,000,000 Korean Won and a welfare card will be available each year.

All KIAS employees are eligible for the retirement saving plan by Scientists & Engineers Mutual Aid Association(SEMA).