Research Scientist (Multiple Fields)-KIST 2026 Open Recruitment
Korea Institute of Science and Technology · Seoul (KR), Gangneung(KR), Wanju(KR)
About the role
The Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) is Korea's leading multidisciplinary national research institute, driving science and technology innovation for the nation and the world. We are seeking creative and passionate researchers to join us in full-time, permanent research positions across a broad range of specialized fields, based at our campuses in Korea. Founded in 1966, KIST has set the standard for research while supporting Korea's national science and technology development. As we mark our 60th anniversary, we are building the next chapter of "World Class KIST" — and we are looking for talented researchers ready to shape the future of science and technology with us. In this recruitment, KIST is hiring up to 29 Ph.D.-level researchers across the following 26 specialized fields: (01) Semiconductor Circuits and Systems - Memory / Next-Generation Computing (02) Quantum Technology -Quantum Computer, Quantum Communication and Quantum Sensor (03) Physical AI (04) Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) (05) Climate–Ecosystem Carbon Cycle Analysis, Prediction & Diagnosis (06) Integration of Hydrogen Storage & Utilization (07) Integration of Hydrogen Production & Storage (08) Brain Disease Treatment – Stimulation / Electroceuticals (09) Brain Disease Treatment – Therapeutics / Drug Development Platform (10) AI Bio (11) Materials AI (12) Nanomaterials Synthesis & Applications (13) Functional Electronic Materials & Devices (14) Nanophotonic Technology (15) Visual Computing & HCI, Robot Intelligence & HRI (16) e-CCU / Advanced Bio (17) Next-Generation Solar Cells (18) Next Generation Batteries (19) X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) (20) Science & Technology Policy (Management Strategy) (21) Science & Technology Policy (R&D Planning & Analysis) (22) R&D AIX (23) Science & Technology Policy (AIX Strategy) (24) Systems Biology, Bio-AI, Drug Discovery, Bioinformatics, Synthetic Biology, Metabolomics (KIST Gangneung Branch) (25) High-Performance Fibers for Space (KIST Jeonbuk Branch) (26) Polymer Composites for Space (KIST Jeonbuk Branch) Position type: Full-time, permanent research positions (up to 29 openings) Location: Fields 01–23: KIST Headquarters, Seoul, Republic of Korea Field 24: KIST Gangneung Branch, Gangneung Fields 25–26: KIST Jeonbuk Branch, Wanju Applicants may apply to one field only; duplicate applications across fields are not permitted. Selection Process: Application review (document screening) Qualification verification seminar (field/technical interview) Comprehensive interview Background check and pre-employment medical examination Final offer Note: Candidates who advance to the qualification verification seminar stage must separately complete an online personality assessment; those who do not complete it within the given deadline will be disqualified. The selection stages and timeline are subject to change. Language: The detailed job announcement and recruitment process are provided in Korean only. Job Requirement Essential qualifications A Ph.D. degree. Candidates expected to obtain their Ph.D. within seven (7) months of the announcement date (14 August 2026) are also eligible to apply. General eligibility (applies to all KIST research positions) No grounds for disqualification under Article 33 of the State Public Officials Act of the Republic of Korea. No grounds for disqualification from international travel. For applicants subject to the Republic of Korea's mandatory military service: military service must be completed or exempted as of the application deadline. (Applicants currently serving as Professional Research Personnel at KIST are eligible to apply.) No record of having been hired through fraudulent means at a Korean public institution. Please note: KIST follows a blind recruitment policy, in line with public-sector hiring rules in Korea. Applications must not directly or indirectly reveal personal information such as date of birth/age, gender, photo, hometown, family details, or assets. Any application that includes such information may be disqualified, and successful candidates may have their acceptance revoked. For full details, please refer to the official job announcement via the application link below. → https://kist.fairy.im/announcement/detail/36
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