Institute for Basic Science, Center for Geometry and Physics

Position ID:

IBSCGP-SENIORRESEARCHER [#28496]

Position Title:

Senior Researcher

Position Type:

Postdoctoral

Position Location:

Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do 37673, Korea, The Republic of

Subject Areas:

Symplectic topology, mirror symmetry, geometric topology, dynamical systems, algebraic geometry, and mathematical aspects of quantum field and string theory

Appl Deadline:

2026/08/31 05:00:00 (posted 2026/06/08, listed until 2026/08/31)

Position Description:

2026-2 IBS-CGP Senior Researcher Positions The IBS Center for Geometry and Physics (IBS-CGP) invites applications for several senior researcher positions.

IBS-CGP is working to bring the world’s leading scientists in mathematics together with young researchers to collaborate on research projects with passion and commitment. To this end, the center recruits based on scientific excellence and creative ideas, rather than pre-determined goals or demonstrated practical outcomes. IBS-CGP provides an open and autonomous research environment. The existing members of the center are working in symplectic topology, mirror symmetry, geometric topology, dynamical systems, algebraic geometry, number theory, and mathematical aspects of quantum field and string theory. IBS-CGP is located on the campus of Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) in Pohang, South Korea. Detailed research objectives and directions can be found on the webpage (https://www.ibs.re.kr/cgp/).

Successful candidates for senior researcher positions will be new or recent Ph.D.’s with outstanding research potential. These non-tenure-track appointments are for two or three years, and the salary range is determined according to IBS internal rules (pay band). The appointment is one time renewable up to 5 years in total, contingent upon the outstanding performance of the researcher.

These are purely research positions, and senior researchers will have no teaching duties.

A complete application packet should include:

1. Cover letter 2. Publication list 3. Research statement 4. At least 3 recommendation letters 5. Consent form for collection and use of personal information (Download from Apply Page of the IBS JOB Board website) ※ For full consideration, applicants should submit all required documents, including recommendation letters, through the IBS JOB Board website (https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/view.do?pageIndex=1&searchCondition=&searchKeyword=&idx=2130) by August 31, 2026. Please note that recommendation letters must be uploaded directly by the recommenders via the system. ※ Period: June 9, 2026(Tue) ~ August 31, 2026(Mon), (Until KST 18:00)

IBS encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Please refer to the following link for detailed information about the recruitment ※ IBS JOB Board Website : https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/view.do?pageIndex=1&searchCondition=&searchKeyword=&idx=2130

Those who apply for this position should submit the certificate of Ph.D and/or proof of Ph.D award before the appointment starting date. Without the actual certificate of the Ph.D, employment and the visa will not be able to be approved.

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Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: cgp@ibs.re.kr

Web Page: https://ibs.re.kr/prog/recruit/eng/sub04_01/view.do?pageIndex=1&searchCondition=&searchKeyword=&idx=2130