Jeju National University
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Fully Funded PhD Positions in Electrochemical Energy, AI, and Nanomaterials at Jeju National University (GKS R&D Track) Jeju National University in South Korea
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) provides one round-trip airfare, initial settlement allowance, health insurance, 100% tuition fee waiver, and a monthly stipend (1.3–1.6M KRW/month) for the duration of the PhD, including a mandatory first-year Korean language program. Additional research funding and incentives for publications and patents are available. BK21 scholarship may be available after the language program based on performance.
Deadline
Expired
Country
South Korea
University
Jeju National University
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About this position
The Nanomaterials and Systems Laboratory at Jeju National University, South Korea, is offering 15 fully funded PhD positions for Fall 2026 through the prestigious Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) R&D track. The laboratory, led by Prof. Sang-Jae Kim, specializes in advanced research areas including electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems, hydrogen-powered real-time transport, aerial applications, and AI-driven green hydrogen economy. Research topics span seawater and hybrid electrolyzer systems, H2-Aluminum based electrochemical energy systems, and artificial intelligence applications for system reliability and green hydrogen innovation.
Successful candidates will join specialized teams focusing on modeling, stack engineering, AI-powered system validation, and machine learning for energy systems. The program is designed for ambitious researchers with backgrounds in electrical engineering, instrumentation, data science, artificial intelligence, or related fields. Applicants must have an official master's degree certificate (provisional certificates are not accepted), strong academic records, and preferably prior publications in international journals. High IELTS/TOEFL scores are recommended, and candidates should demonstrate motivation for independent research and effective collaboration.
The GKS scholarship covers one round-trip airfare, initial settlement allowance, health insurance, full tuition waiver, and a monthly stipend (1.3–1.6M KRW). The scholarship supports the entire PhD duration, including a mandatory first-year Korean language program. Additional incentives are available for publications and patents, with support for domestic and international conferences. The laboratory is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable research environment, with opportunities for global seminars and start-up initiatives.
Applications must be submitted exclusively via the provided Google Form. The deadline is February 28, 2026, and shortlisted candidates will be notified by email on March 2, 2026. The program offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, computer science, and electrical engineering at a leading Korean institution.
Funding details
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) provides one round-trip airfare, initial settlement allowance, health insurance, 100% tuition fee waiver, and a monthly stipend (1.3–1.6M KRW/month) for the duration of the PhD, including a mandatory first-year Korean language program. Additional research funding and incentives for publications and patents are available. BK21 scholarship may be available after the language program based on performance.
What's required
Applicants must hold a master's degree in Electrical & Instrumentation, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related field. Only candidates with official master's degree certificates (not provisional) are eligible. Strong academic performance and one or two prior publications in international journals are appreciated. Strong IELTS/TOEFL scores are recommended. Candidates should be highly motivated for independent research and capable of collaborating effectively with both internal and external research groups.
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Professors
Dean, College of Engineering; Professor
South Korea
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Electrochemistry
Lithium-ion Batteries
Electrocatalysis
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