Overview

  • The Department of International Cooperation provides general support to visiting scientists
  • Funding for visiting scientists is provided by KIST's research budget and outside grants, including that of the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies.
  • As of January 31, 2011, there were a total of 27 visiting scientists at KIST.
    * Nationalities: 2 from Bangladeshi,2 from Vietnam,10 from India, 4 from China, 2 from Thailand, 2 from Pakistan and 1 each from Egypt, Italy, Indonesia, Canada and France.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in related science and engineering fields
  • Currently resides abroad

Term of service

Varies

Compensation

  • Depends on the service agreement
  • Compensation for a visiting scientist is provided by KIST’s research budget and outside grants, including that of the Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies.

Benefits

Free overseas travel insurance

How to apply

  • Contact the research center of interest directly to inquire about specific opportunities
  • Click the link below to see all KIST research centers and contact information