UNIST Postdoctoral Researcher: The AI-Space Solar Initiative (AI-SSI) at UNIST is inviting applications for postdoctoral research positions aimed at developing advanced solar energy conversion/storage systems for New Space 6G satellite communication. This initiative offers an exciting opportunity to work with leading experts and institutions in the field.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Solar Energy Conversion
- Storage Systems
- Flexible Devices
- Space Deployable Structures
- Big Data, AI, and Machine Learning for Space Solar Initiatives
Location
Positions will be determined based on matching with affiliated institutions within the AI-SSI consortium:
- UNIST
- KAIST
- DGIST
- GIST
- Seoul National University
- Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Renewable Energy, etc.)
- Specialization in solar energy conversion/storage, flexible devices, machine learning, or space science.
- Applicants must have completed their mandatory military service or be eligible for transfer as specialized research personnel.
Job Description
Candidates will engage in:
- Research on tandem solar cells and temperature cycle-tolerant batteries.
- Development of lightweight and flexible solar cells.
- Analysis of space deployable structures.
- Utilizing AI and big data for enhancing solar initiatives.
- Collaborating with global scholars and industry partners.
- Participating in AI education programs.
Financial Support
- Annual salary of 90 million KRW, inclusive of legal contributions.
- Access to individual research funds and opportunities for concurrent project participation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- CV
- Research Proposal
- Recommendation Letter
All applications should be sent via email to: innocore.SSI@gmail.com
Last Date to Apply
- 2nd Period: Rolling applications accepted until September 15, 2025 (Mon)
For more information, please visit the homepage.
Feel free to contact:
- AI-SSI Research Director: Choi, Kyoung-Jin (choi@unist.ac.kr)
- AI-SSI Committee: Lee, Hyeon Jeong (hyeonjeong.lee@unist.ac.kr)
