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Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in RF Systems, Optics, Power Systems, Semiconductors, and Network Systems at UNIST Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology in Austria
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full-time postdoctoral researcher position at UNIST with a starting annual salary of KRW 90 million + α (approximately USD 65,000 + α, before taxes and fees). The linked job post states KRW 90 million per year including institutional contributions, with higher compensation possible based on achievements and experience. Benefits include opportunities to attend leading international conferences and possible secondment to partner universities for collaborative research. The position is a 1-year con
Deadline
Expired
Country
Austria
University
Institute of Science and Technology
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About this position
UNIST (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology) is recruiting postdoctoral researchers for the 2026 call to join the Intelligent Defense Systems Research Group (IDS RG) through the InnoCORE Program.
The opening is centered on interdisciplinary research in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, and related device/materials areas. Research themes include RF Systems (antennas, RF IC/devices, radar), Optics Systems (photonics, sensors, optical devices), Power Systems (power electronics, control, GaN), Semiconductors (AI system-on-chip, electronic devices), and Network Systems (agentic AI, wireless communications).
The position is a full-time postdoctoral researcher appointment at UNIST, with possible temporary dispatch or secondment to partner universities for collaborative research. Compensation is strong: the post states a starting annual salary of KRW 90 million + α, with higher compensation possible depending on research achievements and experience. The linked job information also notes conference participation opportunities and a renewable contract structure.
Eligibility is broad: applicants of all nationalities are welcome, and candidates who expect to complete their Ph.D. before the start date are encouraged to apply. The linked recruitment page further indicates a Ph.D. holder within 5 years of degree completion, with exceptional cases reviewed individually. International applicants must satisfy E-3 visa requirements; Korean nationals must meet military service and travel eligibility conditions.
The application deadline in the post is July 31, 2026. The process begins with an Expression of Interest submitted through the application form, followed by internal review, interview(s), and final selection. Shortlisted applicants may later be asked for a CV, research statement, and recommendation letters.
This is a strong opportunity for researchers interested in defense-related intelligent systems, wireless and RF technologies, photonics, semiconductor devices, power electronics, and AI-enabled network systems at a leading Korean research university.
Funding details
Full-time postdoctoral researcher position at UNIST with a starting annual salary of KRW 90 million + α (approximately USD 65,000 + α, before taxes and fees). The linked job post states KRW 90 million per year including institutional contributions, with higher compensation possible based on achievements and experience. Benefits include opportunities to attend leading international conferences and possible secondment to partner universities for collaborative research. The position is a 1-year con
What's required
Applicants of all nationalities are welcome. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or be expected to complete their Ph.D. before the start date. The linked job post also indicates a Ph.D. holder within 5 years of degree completion, with exceptional cases beyond 5 years considered only under rigorous internal review. International applicants must meet eligibility requirements for E-3 visa issuance. For Korean nationals, completion of or exemption from mandatory military service is required, and applicants must not have restrictions on overseas travel or fall under UNIST disqualification criteria.
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Associate Professor
South Korea
Research Interests
Control System
Electromagnetic
Waveguide Engineering
Radio Frequency Engineering
Networked Systems
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