(첨부1-1) 채용 공고문 양식(영문)

2025-6 Recruitment Announcement for Postdoctoral Research Associate Position

at the Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations

Institute for Basic Science (IBS) is a national research institute established in accordance with Article 14 of the Special Act on Establishment of and Support for International Science and Business Belts. IBS aims to discover creative knowledge and secure original technologies through world-class basic science research.

The research focus of Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations, led by Director Sukbok CHANG, is committed to the development of catalytic C-H functionalizations. The center aims to comprehend mechanistic details and explore practical applications in this field. The Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations invites creative and dynamic candidates who will help us to achieve our goals.

□ Recruitment Area and Openings

Job Category Recruitment Area		Recruitment Area	Required Qualifications and Major	Affiliation (Workplace)	T.O
①	Postdoctoral research associate	Organic Chemistry (PI:Sukbok CHANG)	▪ Degree: Doctoral degree -Those who do not exceed 5 years after obtaining doctoral degree, or those who are expected to obtain a doctoral degree within 3 months from the expected appointment date(September 1, 2025) ▪ (Major) organic/inorganic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, or other related fields ▪ (Preferred) Research experience in related fields	Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations/ KAIST (Daejeon)	3
②	Postdoctoral research associate	Computational Chemistry (PI:Mu-Hyun BAIK)	▪ Degree: Doctoral degree -Those who do not exceed 5 years after obtaining doctoral degree, or those who are expected to obtain a doctoral degree within 3 months from the expected appointment date(September 1, 2025) ▪ (Major) computational chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, or other related fields ▪ (Preferred) Research experience in related fields		1
③	Postdoctoral research associate	Organic Chemistry (PI:Sungwoo HONG)	▪ Degree: Doctoral degree -Those who do not exceed 5 years after obtaining doctoral degree, or those who are expected to obtain a doctoral degree within 3 months from the expected appointment date(September 1, 2025) ▪ (Major) organometallic and organic chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Photocatalyst, or other related fields ▪ (Preferred) Research experience in related fields		3
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※ Please note that applications can be submitted to ONLY ONE recruitment area. ※ No applicants may be hired if there are no applicants deemed qualified during the screening process. Please refer to the job description (attached) for details such as job category, job duties, and preferences, etc.

□ Qualifications and Preferences

[Required qualifications]

• Must be in compliance with the requirements for appointments as specified in Article 33 of the State Public Officials Act and IBS statutes.

• If candidates are found to be former public officials dismissed for corruption as set forth in Article 82 of the Act on the Prevention of Corruption and the Establishment of the Anti-corruption and Civil Rights Commission, the job offer will be withdrawn.

• Must have no restrictions traveling overseas. Male applicants must have completed or be exempted from compulsory military service. (※ In the case of Technical Research Personnel who are undergoing alternative military service, the Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations is the designated military service research center. However, applications are only accepted from individuals seeking a transfer.)

• Must meet the requirements by the end of the application deadline.

[Preferred qualifications]

• Individuals with disabilities as defined in Articles 3 and 4 of the Enforcement Decree of the Act on the Employment Promotion and Vocational Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities, or individuals eligible for employment assistance as defined in Article 29 of the Act on the Honorable Treatment of and Support for Persons, Etc. of Distinguished Service to the State (additional points will be given during the screening/evaluation process)

- 5 additional points for those who submit the certificate of disabilities

- 5/10 additional points for those who submit the certificate of employment protection for the national war veteran

• Women in science, engineering and technology as defined in Article 2 of the Act on Fostering and Supporting Women Scientists and Technicians

※ If there is an overlap in additional points, only the highest score will be awarded.

□ Screening Process

Category	Schedule (Expected) YY.MM.DD	Contents / Required Documents
Application Submission	2025.5.23. ~2025.6.9. 18:00 (KST)	▪ Deadline: 2025.6.9.(Mon) 18:00 (Korean Standard Time) ▪ How to apply : online application through the website - URL : https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/list.do
Step 1 (Document Screening)	2025.6.19. ~2025.6.20.	▪ (Review Criteria) Relevance to the recruitment area, excellence in research achievement, work capability, development potential, etc. ▪ (Screening Method) Select up to three times the number of candidates than open positions for the next screening step. ※ Select applicants with the highest average scores (minimum average score: 80). ※ Results will be sent by email.
Step 2 (Interview screening)	2025.7.1. ~2025.7.2.	▪ (Review Criteria) Expertise in the recruitment area, presentation skill, attitude, problem solving skills, development potential, etc. ▪ (Screening Method) Select the final candidates with the highest average scores (minimum average score: 80) within the number of openings ※ Select up to two times the number of candidates than open position for the waiting list. ※ Results will be sent by email.
Appointment	2025.9.1.	The appointment date is negotiable for successful candidates, including early appointment. ※ However, the appointment offer may be withdrawn if successful candidates cannot make it to the starting date by December 1, 2025. ※ For early appointment, qualifications must be met as of the actual appointment date.

※ The interview can be conducted in video interview.

※ The schedule above may be subject to change according to the center’s circumstances.

※ A preliminary successful candidate may be determined within the range of two times the number of persons to be hired, and the effect of the preliminary successful candidate shall be limited to three months from the earliest of the scheduled appointment date or the final successful candidate’s appointment date.

※ During the validity period of the preliminary successful candidate, ① if the reason for the renunciation of employment or disqualification of the final successful candidate occurs, and ② if recruitment is necessary due to the withdrawal of the appointed employee, the appointment may be made according to the preliminary acceptance order.

□ Required Documents

Stage	Required Documents	Notes
Document Screening (※ The documents must be uploaded during the online application process.)	[Required] 1. Research Statement - Free format, within 2 pages, as PDF file 2. List of Publications - Free format, as PDF file 2. Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information - Attached format, as PDF file ※ Blind hiring process will be implemented, and personal information related to bias factors will not be provided to the committee.	Submit application documents via online application website
	[Optional] 1. Supporting documents for persons with disabilities or eligible for veterans’ benefit(if applicable) ※ The pertaining documents will only be used to confirm the pertaining qualification. Blind hiring process will be implemented. 2. Recommendation Letters - Recommendations must be submitted directly by the recommender through the link provided based on the information entered during the online application process. Applicants are responsible for confirming with their recommenders that the recommendation request email has been received and should follow up as needed. 3. Cover Letter / Talks / Honors and awards / Teaching - Free format, as PDF file
Interview screening	Photocopy of the graduation certificate of the highest academic degree of diploma	Only finalist will be asked to submit
	Full transcripts of the completed curricula equivalent to college of higher
	Photocopy of certificates(if applicable)
	Employment certificates from previous companies(if applicable)
	List of research accomplishments(if applicable)
	Other documents required for appointment

□ Job Position Overview

구 분	내 용
Workplace	IBS KAIST Campus Institute for Biomedical Science and Chemistry (Daejeon) ▪ Job Category ①~③ : Center for Catalytic Hydrocarbon Functionalizations
Contract	▪ (Postdoctoral Research Associate) A position to conduct research training and research for a certain period of time to deepen research expertise and abilities. Those who do not exceed 5 years after obtaining their doctoral degrees, or those who are expected to obtain their doctoral degree within 3 months by the time of appointment. Contract renewal after initial contract is available within total 3 years, if the performance review rating is more than the average score of 70. ※ In case of the Center’s closure during employment, the employment contract will be terminated accordingly.
Salary	▪ According to the internal rules (pay-band)
Expected Appointment Date	▪ September 1, 2025 ※ The appointment date is negotiable for successful candidates including early appointment, however, the appointment offer may be withdrawn if successful candidates cannot make it to the starting date by December 1, 2025 ※ For early appointment, qualifications must be met as of the actual appointment date.

□ Application Submission and Period

〇 How to apply : Online application through the website

- URL : https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/list.do

〇 Required documents (Upload in PDF file format during online application process)

1. Research Statement (within 2 pages)

2. List of Publications

3. Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Information (attached)

〇 Period: May 23, 2025(Fri) ~ June 9, 2025(Mon) Until KST 18:00

〇 Please kindly note that if your application misses to submit a part of required documents by the deadline, your application shall not be accepted.

□ Other information

〇 The revised guidelines of the Ministry of Employment and Labor, and the Ministry of Economy and Finance (revision on 3 Nov. 2022, implementation on 1 Jan. 2023) have allowed a flexible application of the blind hiring policy to secure excellent researchers, thereby broadening the scope of information to be collected (e.g., academic background, schools, period spent on obtaining degrees, reference letters [including referees’ information] and experience). However, personal information that can identify the applicant (e.g., gender and age) is still not collected.

〇 Institute for Biomedical Science and Chemistry and IBS is an Equal Opportunity or Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Any biased information will not be provided to committees at all.

〇 Applicants will be fully responsible for any consequences of making mistakes, missing information or not submitting required documentation in their applications. If any information is found to be incorrect or false, the job offer will be withdrawn.

〇 Submitted documents may be returned when a request is made within three months from the announcement of the final result in accordance with Article 4 of the Enforcement Decree of the Fair Hiring Procedure Act.

〇 If candidates are disqualified due to a background check or a physical examination result, the job offer will be withdrawn.

〇 If candidates are found to be former public officials dismissed for corruption as set forth in Article 82 of the Act on the Prevention of Corruption and the Establishment of the Anti-corruption and Civil Rights Commission, the job offer will be withdrawn.

〇 No applicants may be hired if there are no applicants deemed qualified during the screening process.

〇 If hired, the job category/grade and annual salary will be determined in accordance with IBS rules and regulations.

〇 Inquiries: Responsible staff of Institute for Biomedical Science and Chemistry

(Tel: 042-878-9884, E-mail : ibs_chem@ibs.re.kr )