We are always looking for highly motivated students who are interested in astrophysics, radio astronomy, black holes, relativistic jets, multi-messengers, and related topics. Our group welcomes students from diverse backgrounds in physics, astronomy, computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, and other quantitative disciplines. Curiosity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn are far more important than prior experience in astronomy and astrophysics.
Graduate Students
Various MSc and PhD research opportunities are available depending on ongoing projects and funding. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the professor to discuss current research topics, project availability, and suitable graduate programs.
Students considering graduate study are strongly encouraged to first gain research experience through an internship. For UNIST undergraduate students, semester-long research internships are particularly recommended. Students from other universities are encouraged to apply through official internship programs such as U-SURF and U-WURF (link), which provide an excellent opportunity to experience UNIST itself and research in our group before applying for graduate school.
UNIST provides competitive financial support for graduate students, which typically includes full tuition waivers and monthly stipends, subject to university and program regulations. Specific support arrangements can be discussed during the application process.
Undergraduate Research Internships
We also welcome undergraduate students who are interested in experiencing front-line research in astrophysics. Research projects are available at various levels, ranging from introductory computational or observational studies to more advanced independent research.
Typical internships last for a semester or during the summer/winter vacation period. For students seeking a deeper research experience and demonstrating strong motivation and preparation, longer-term research projects leading to conference presentations or scientific publications may also be possible.
Students from a broad range of backgrounds—including physics, astronomy, engineering, computer science, and applied mathematics—are encouraged to apply. Previous research experience is not required, although familiarity with programming (e.g., Python), data analysis, or basic physics is beneficial.
Postdoctoral Researchers We welcome inquiries from prospective postdoctoral researchers interested in joining our group. While positions may not always be available, several national and international fellowship programs could provide opportunities for independent postdoctoral funding.
Researchers interested in applying for fellowships such as those offered by the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) or other funding agencies are encouraged to contact the professor in advance of the application deadline. We are happy to discuss potential research projects, host arrangements, and suitable funding opportunities.