GUGC-funded Full-time Postdoctoral Researcher - Center for Plant Biotechnology-Ghent University Global Campus, Korea
Ghent University Global Campus
Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC) is an integrated campus of Ghent University, Belgium, and the first European university to be part of the Incheon Global Campus (IGC) in Incheon, South Korea. Ghent University Global Campus currently offers Bachelor of Science programs in Environmental Technology, Food Technology and Molecular Biotechnology. Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the world (ARWU ranking), and in the top 100 for the subjects Biological Sciences and Environmental Sciences (QS ranking).
Job Summary
- Last application date: 7 August, 2026 (applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the position will be filled upon finding the right candidate).
- Starting date: 1th September, 2026 (negotiable)
- Department:
- WE09 – Department of Plant Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Ghent University, Belgium (PhD degree affiliation)
- KR01 – Department of Environmental Technology, Food Technology, Molecular Biotechnology, Ghent University Global Campus (Research Assistant)
- Contract: 2 year contract, renewable every two years after evaluation
- Degree: PhD degree in one of the following disciplines: Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Molecular Biotechnology, Crop Science, or a related field.
- Occupancy rate: 100%.
- Vacancy type: Assistant Academic Personnel (AAP) Ghent University Global Campus, Korea (GUGC-K) has a vacancy for a position of research (50%) and Teaching (50%) assistant.
Profile of the Candidate
We are recruiting a highly qualified and motivated candidate to join our team as a post-doctoral research scientist in plant biotechnology. The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Molecular Biotechnology, Crop science, or a related field.
The selected candidate will have a strong publication record in the field of plant molecular biology, along with substantial knowledge of plant hormone signaling pathways. Practical laboratory experiences in the production of transgenic plants and fundamental skills in molecular biology -including cloning, construction, qRT-PCR, protein purification, and enzymatic analyses - are preferred.
As an independent researcher with strong self-learning abilities, you will be expected to demonstrate a creative and inquisitive attitude. A team player and a team leader, you will effectively mentor PhD students and bachelor students, sharing your knowledge with the team and contributing to the institutional culture.
You are able to work effectively in a team environment and able to work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and other group members.
- Educational experience and participation on extra-curriculum training (e.g., conference) is recommended.
- You have strong didactic, communicative skills and a large interest in providing and supporting academic education.
- You have an excellent academic track record, an excellent command of English (Bachelor's degree or higher from an English-speaking country or a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 85 or an IELTS score of 6.5), and good academic writing and presentation skills.
- You are willing to participate in the educational programs in GUGC.
Job Description
- You conduct high-quality scientific research on the field of signal transduction pathway of phytohormone to unravel crosstalk between ABA and ethylene from evolutionary perspectives.
- You assist the supervisor to (a) conduct research using Arabidopsis and Liverwort at the molecular level and (b) contribute to research-related activities (presenting results at conferences, organizing academic conferences, applying for research funding, and so on). The research workload is expected to be around 50% of available time.
- You publish your research results in peer-reviewed international journals and actively participate in (inter)national conferences.
- You assist the supervisor in the mentoring of Bachelor, and PhD students at Ghent University Global Campus. You assist in teaching occasional courses. You assist the Research Center with teaching practical parts of undergraduate courses (General Biology, Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Physiology, and Integrated Practicum 1, including wet-and dry-lab practical exercises). You assist with grading, examinations, and other educational duties of the research center. The educational workload is expected to be around 50% of available time.
- You assist a professor at GUGC Plant Biotechnology Research Center to further develop and expand the research projects.
How To Apply
Required Documents are below.
Motivation letter
Full resume (CV), including at least 2 references’ contacts
Research plan (Describe the research that you plan to do at GUGC in 1 page)
Copy of degree certificates
Transcripts (overview of study results and ranking)
- A link to your PhD thesis
- Official English proficiency test score report or degree diploma
All required documents must be submitted in English. The documents must be merged into a single PDF file and sent to [email protected] (subject line: Full-time PhD position (AAP)_full name).
Application Process and Interview
After the first screening, selected candidates will be invited for a video interview. We reserve the right to hold applications on file for potential future job openings.
Selection Process: CV screening > Interview > Internal committee > Approval by campus committee > Acceptance notices to the selected candidate. (Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.)
