Computational Chemistry (Postdoctoral & Senior Researcher positions)

Postdoctoral & Senior Researcher Positions in Computational Chemistry

Center for Advanced Reaction Dynamics (CARD), Institute for Basic Science (IBS)

• Location: KAIST Campus, Daejeon, South Korea
• Application Deadline: April 30, 2025 (Wednesday) 14:00 KST

Available Positions

• Postdoctoral Researcher (up to 2 positions)
• Senior Researcher (up to 2 positions)

Research Area (Applicable to Both Positions)

• Ab initio molecular dynamics simulations
• Quantum dynamics simulations
• Computational quantum chemistry for chemical reactions

Qualifications

For Postdoctoral Researchers:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field
• Experience in computational chemistry, ab initio molecular dynamics (MD), quantum dynamics simulations, or electronic structure calculations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

For Senior Researchers:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field with at least 5 years of postdoctoral experience
• Proven leadership in research projects
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals
• Experience in mentoring junior researchers and students

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• List of publications
• Consent to collection and use of personal information
• Application for the Institute for Basic Science
• Reference letters (1 or more)

For more information, be sure to refer to IBS job board(ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/list.do)

Application deadline: 2025.4.30.(Wed) 14:00 (Korean Standard Time)

• Submit applications and inquiries to: ibs_chem@ibs.re.kr
• More information about our research center: https://card.ibs.re.kr/