Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) is one of the four major science and technology institutes in South Korea, with the vision of being a "world-leading science and technology university that contributes to human life." Focusing on key research fields such as advanced new materials, next-generation energy, and biotechnology, it is a national hub research-oriented university recognized for its global research capabilities despite its short history.

UNIST was established to foster creative global leaders in science and technology and to realize convergence science and technology. Leading R&D innovation in Ulsan, the industrial capital, we are generating world-class research results through 100% English-language lectures and convergence education that breaks down barriers between majors.

Business sectors

• Higher Education and Talent Development: Fostering global science and technology leaders through undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Conducting advanced research: Convergence science and technology research in next-generation energy (rechargeable batteries, solar cells), advanced new materials, biohealth, artificial intelligence (AI), etc.
• Industry-Academic Cooperation and Startup Support: Technology support for SMEs in the Ulsan region, technology transfer, and promotion of laboratory-based startups.

Main Products

• Research Achievements and Patents: Source technologies related to secondary batteries, hydrogen energy, and biosensors.
• Specialized Personnel: Production of specialized research and engineering personnel at the master's and doctoral levels.
• Founded Companies: UNIST technology-based startups (e.g., SM Lab, Clinomics, etc.).

Announcement Analysis

• Key Positions for Recruitment: * Research Positions: Postdoctoral Researcher, Senior Researcher (Focusing on Energy, Semiconductor, and Bio fields).
  • Administrative/Technical Positions: Administrative support for Bachelor's/Master's degree holders, laboratory management, industry-academia collaboration coordinator.
• Salary Level: * Entry-level (based on academic administration) starting salary approximately 31 million KRW to 35 million KRW.
  • The overall average annual salary ranges from approximately 46 million won to over 100 million won (including faculty and principal researchers), with significant variations depending on the job category.
• Employment type: High proportion of permanent and project-based contract workers (researchers).

💡 A word from Jobploy

UNIST is one of the best choices for foreign workers and researchers. Language barriers are low, as all lectures and administrative tasks are conducted in English, and there are numerous opportunities to work directly with world-class, state-of-the-art equipment. Leveraging the advantages of Ulsan as an industrial city, there are also abundant opportunities for collaboration with actual companies, making it a highly advantageous location for building a career.