Academic & Career Opportunities
Career and research openings for the ISRK community
ISRK connects its members with job openings, research positions, internships, and funding opportunities in South Korea and beyond. This page is regularly updated with the latest listings.
Research Opportunities
Postdoctoral Positions
Korea offers numerous postdoctoral positions funded by top research bodies. Key funding sources include:
- NRF (National Research Foundation of Korea) — Postdoctoral fellowships in all disciplines
- BK21 (Brain Korea 21) — Research positions at leading Korean universities
- IBS (Institute for Basic Science) — Research positions at cutting-edge research centers
- KAIST, POSTECH, SNU — Direct postdoc openings at top Korean universities
PhD Scholarships
- KGSP (Korean Government Scholarship Program) — Full scholarship for international students including tuition, living expenses, and Korean language training
- University-funded PhD positions — Many Korean universities offer fully funded PhD programs
- Industry-Academia Research Programs — Joint positions between companies and universities
Research Internships
- Summer/Winter Research Internships — Available at KAIST, POSTECH, Yonsei, Korea University, and others
- Government Research Institutes — KIST, ETRI, KERI, KRISS, and other national labs regularly hire international interns
Job Opportunities in Korea
Industries Hiring International Talent
- Technology & IT — Samsung, LG, SK, Kakao, Naver, Hyundai
- Manufacturing & Engineering — Automotive, semiconductors, display technology
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotech — A growing sector with international openings
- Finance & Consulting — International firms with Korean operations
- Education — Teaching positions and educational content roles
Job Platforms in Korea
- Korea Jobs — Job listings for international professionals
- WorknPlay — English-language jobs in Korea
- Jobkorea — Korea’s major job portal
- LinkedIn Korea — International job listings including Korea
- ISRK Telegram Group — Community job sharing in our member groups
Funding & Grants
For Students & Researchers
| Grant | Eligibility | Details |
|---|---|---|
| KGSP | Undergraduate & Graduate | Full scholarship from Korean government |
| NRF Research Grant | PhD & Postdoc | Research funding across all fields |
| BK21 | PhD students | Stipend + research support |
| Sejong Institute Fellowship | All levels | Korean studies focus |
| POSCO Fellowship | Graduate students | STEM focus |
For Entrepreneurs
- K-Startup Grand Challenge — For international startup founders in Korea
- TIPS Program — Tech startup funding with mentoring
- KOICA ODA Fellowship — For development research
Career Resources
Resume & CV Help
ISRK members can request peer review of their CV/resume. Connect via our Telegram group or email.
Interview Preparation
Mock interviews and preparation sessions are organized periodically. Watch our notices for upcoming sessions.
Networking Events
We connect members with industry professionals and alumni working in Korea and beyond.
Mentorship
Senior researchers and professionals mentor junior members on career decisions and opportunities.
Submit a Job or Opportunity
Are you an employer, professor, or organization looking to reach talented Indian researchers and students in Korea?
Post an opportunity through ISRK:
Send your job description, research opening, or internship announcement to isrk.association@gmail.com with the subject line “Opportunity Posting” and we will share it with our community.