The IBS Discrete Mathematics Group has an opening for the 1 IBS Young
Scientist Fellowship.
https://dimag.ibs.re.kr/ysf2025/
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Note that there is another ongoing call for
four "IBS DISCRETE MATHEMATICS GROUP (DIMAG) RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP"
positions (DUE: DECEMBER 3, 2024).
This position is for a maximum of 5 years, and
the minimum requirement is to have an (official) Ph.D. degree by
September 1, 2026.
https://dimag.ibs.re.kr/hiring/
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2025 CALL FOR IBS YOUNG SCIENTIST FELLOWSHIP (DUE: DECEMBER 5, 2024)
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The IBS Discrete Mathematics Group has an opening for the 1 IBS Young
Scientist Fellowship.
1. Introduction
With the vision of “Making discoveries for humanity and society,” the
Institute for Basic Science (IBS) was founded in 2011 by the Korean
government to promote basic science in Korea. To date, IBS operates 30
Research Centers which have been yielding outstanding results in
various research fields.
The IBS started to select Young Scientist Fellow (YSF) in 2016 to play
an active role in fostering the next generation of basic science
leaders. This program offers young scientists opportunities to conduct
independent research with state-of-the-art research infrastructure of
the IBS and to grow on the basis of research collaborations with
leading researchers.
We hope that the YSF program serves as a stepping stone for our
researchers to mature into leading researchers in basic science.
2. Eligibility
Within seven years of obtaining a Ph.D. (obtained no earlier than 1
January 2018) or under the age of 40 with a Ph.D. (born no earlier
than 1 January 1985)
Ph.D. candidates must be conferred with a Ph.D. degree no later than
30 June 2026.
3. Hiring Research Centers
Discrete Mathematics Group has an opening. Budget: Up to KRW 180
million per year.
For other centers and groups, please visit the IBS website
https://www.ibs.re.kr/ysf/.
4. Benefits and Conditions
Full-time work and 100% research participation in principle
– If successful candidates for the YSF are selected for other projects
(e.g., Sejong Science Fellowship and Young Researcher Program of the
National Research Foundation), their selection may be cancelled.
During the research term, participating in other projects funded by
sources outside the IBS are not allowed.
Annual fund of KRW 180–300 mil. (up to KRW 180 mil. for theoretical
fields and up to KRW 300 mil. for experimental fields), including
salary of KRW 60–70 mil.
Appointment for three years with a possible two-year extension
depending on the performance review results
* When current IBS researchers are selected as a YSF of their Center,
support will be offered for up to three years.
YSFs will work at one of the IBS Centers and conduct independent
research with research facilities and equipment of their Centers. They
may organize small research groups.
– YSFs should prioritize using the advanced research infrastructure of
their Centers in conducting research. Although they may construct
research equipment and facilities within their budget, the
construction scale and timing may be adjusted through review.
Successful candidates must be appointed and commence their research
within 1 July – 16 December 2026
– If their appointment and research commencement are not completed
within 1 July – 16 December 2026, their selection may be cancelled.
When the Center (PRC Group) to which a YSF group belongs is closed,
the YSF group will also be closed in principle.
– Please refer to the FAQ for details.
5. Selection Process (The schedule may change depending on the
circumstances of IBS.)
* First phase: Letter of intent (approx. three pages) acceptance and evaluation
Submission deadline: 5 December 2025
Review of each letter of intent by the director and the selection
and evaluation panel concerned
Invitation to submit full research proposals: January 2026
– Applicants who pass the first phase will be requested to submit an
approx. 10-page full research proposal, up to three reference letters
and presentation materials.
* Second phase: Full research proposal acceptance and in-depth
evaluation by field
Submission deadline: February 2026
Review of each full proposal and reference letter by the director concerned
Interview (on-site presentation) by the selection and evaluation
panel concerned: March 2026
– If candidates reside abroad or have difficulty attending on site,
the evaluation will be held via video conference.
* Third phase: Comprehensive evaluation and notification of the results
Comprehensive evaluation by panel chairs
* Final selection and notification of the results: ~ June 2026
6. How to Apply: IBS website by 5 December 2025, 17:59(KST)
https://www.ibs.re.kr/ysf/apply
7. Inquiries
Research Evaluation Team at ysf@ibs.re.kr
IBS website at https://www.ibs.re.kr/ysf/juniorci