The Center for Relativistic Laser Science (CoReLS) of Institute for Basic Science (IBS) in Korea invites applications for research fellow positions in ultra-intense laser-plasma interactions. Starting date can be as early as January 1, 2019. The position is for two years with a possibility of renewal up to three more years. Preference will be given to the candidates with strong research backgrounds and interests in relativistic laser-plasma interactions, strong-field quantum electrodynamic processes, and laboratory astrophysics. Further information about CoReLS can be obtained from the center’s website (https://corels.ibs.re.kr/html/corels_en/).

Requirements:

●Recent (within 5 years) Ph.D. degree in plasma physics, laboratory astrophysics, or nuclear physics

●Experiences in scientific computing and/or computer simulations

●Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Applications should be submitted to Chul Min Kim (chulmin@ibs.re.kr) by November 6, 2018. Please include a CV with a publication list and a description of the research experience and interests, and the contact information for 2 references. After an evaluation, the selected applicants may be interviewed. Further information about the position is available from Chul Min Kim.