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Kyung Hee University, Department of Physics

Fellowship ID:
Kyung Hee University-Department of Physics-BPPD [#30485]
Fellowship Title: 
Brain Pool Postdoctoral Fellowships in Theoretical High Energy Physics
Fellowship Type:
Postdoctoral
Location:
Seoul, Seoul 02447, Korea, The Republic of
Subject Areas: 
Physics / HEP-Theory (hep-th), High Energy Theory, Quantum Field Theory, quantum gravity, quantum information theory, Quantum Simulation, String Theory/Quantum Gravity/Field Theory
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2025/09/03, listed until 2026/08/31)
Description:
   

Description

The K-THEP (Kyung Hee Theoretical High Energy Physics) group at the Department of Physics, Kyung Hee University, invites applications for 3 postdoctoral fellow positions funded by the prestigious Korean Government's Brain Pool (BP) program. 

Kyung Hee University is a leading research university in Korea, located in the vibrant and dynamic city of Seoul. The K-THEP group provides a stimulating and collaborative research environment for young, ambitious researchers. K-THEP is a dynamic and rapidly growing research hub. The group currently consists of 3 faculty members, 4 postdoctoral researchers, and 8 graduate students. With another postdoctoral researcher set to join this year, K-THEP offers a sizable and vibrant community ideal for collaboration and active academic exchange. 

Research Areas:
Our group's research covers a wide range of topics in theoretical high energy physics, including string theory, quantum gravity, holography, and quantum information theory. The group consists of three faculty members: 
  • Prof. Nakwoo Kim: Superstring theory, AdS/CFT correspondence, exact solutions in supergravity. 
  • Prof. Euihun Joung: Higher-spin gravity, AdS/CFT correspondence, and modified gravity theories. 
  • Prof. Junggi Yoon: Large N models, holography, 2D/3D gravity, quantum information theory and quantum simulation. 

We are particularly interested in candidates whose research program has strong potential for synergy and collaboration with our faculty members—Nakwoo Kim, Euihun Joung, and Junggi Yoon—on our core topics in string theory, holography, and quantum information. Additionally, special consideration will be given to applicants with experience in computational methods such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), or quantum simulation, as these skills can foster new and exciting collaborative research directions within the group. 

Position Details: 
  • Appointment Period: The positions are available from as early as October 2025 until December 31, 2027. Extensions may be possible subject to research performance and funding availability. 
  • Salary: The annual salary starts from 60,000,000 KRW (including 4 major social insurances and severance pay), and is negotiable based on the candidate's research experience and qualifications. 
  • Starting Date: The starting date is flexible and can be arranged upon discussion. Positions are available immediately, and successful candidates can be appointed as early as this October 2025. An early start is encouraged. 

Qualifications: 
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in theoretical physics or a related field by the time of their appointment. 

Application Process: 
All applications should be submitted online via AcademicJobsOnline. 
A complete application must include the following materials: 
  1. Cover Letter 
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
  3. Research Statement
  4. List of Publications
  5. Three Reference Letters (to be submitted directly by the referees through the AJO system)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting from October 1, 2025, and will continue until the positions are filled. We strongly encourage early applications for full consideration. 

Further Information: 
For more information about our group and faculty, please visit: 

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the description.

Further Info:
https://khustring.wixsite.com/khustringgroup/
email address
 
Department of Physics, Kyung Hee University
26, Kyunghee-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul