Ghent University Global Campus, Korea (GUGC-K) has a vacancy for a position of PhD student as a Research Assistant starting from 1st of September 2026 in the Plant Biotechnology Research Center. It concerns a full-time position in support of the research activities of the research center, renewable subject to evaluation. Successful candidate will receive a PhD degree from Ghent University in Belgium (WE09, Department of Plant Biotechnology and Bioinformatics).
Job Summary
- Last application date: 30th April, 2026 (applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as the position will be filled upon finding the right candidate).
- Starting date: 1st September,2026
- 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: 1 + 3 years, for a total of maximum 4 years (renewal conditional on a positive evaluation)
- Pre-requisite degree: Master of Science in Biology / Biotechnology / Agriculture other relevant similar degree
- Occupancy rate: 100%.
- Vacancy type: Assistant Academic Personnel (AAP) Ghent University Global Campus, Korea (GUGC-K) has a vacancy for a position of research (90%) and Teaching (10%) assistant. It concerns a temporary full-time position for a maximum period of 4 years.
Profile of the Candidate
- You hold a Master of Science degree with strong focus on plant biology / plant molecular biology.
- You have a good knowledge on biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry.
- You have good knowledge and skills regarding plant biology, and you feel comfortable with wet-lab experiments.
- 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 (a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 85 or an IELTS score of 6.5), and good academic writing and presentation skills.
- You are highly motivated to conduct scientific research in preparation of obtaining a PhD degree in the area of plant molecular biology.
- You have an independent research and strong self-learning ability; a creative and inquisitive attitude is a must.
- You are willing to participate in the educational programs in GUGC.
Job Description
- You design and perform high-quality scientific research in the field of plant molecular biology.
- You publish your research results in peer-reviewed international journals and actively participate in (inter)national conferences.
- You assist a professor at GUGC Plant Biotechnology Research Center to further develop and expand the research projects.
- 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.
GUGC-K is the first campus of Ghent University outside Belgium. This campus is located in Incheon, South- Korea. GUGC-K integrates educational and research facilities in a single building. Ghent University has the ambition to organize a first-rate, truly European education in Asia and to develop excellent research in the fields of Molecular biotechnology, Environmental and Food technology. The terms of employment at GUGC-K are comparable to those at the campus in Ghent. Student accommodation will be provided for international employees. The initial employment contract is for one (1) years and may be extended upon positive evaluation, allowing promising scientists to continue their research with the ultimate objective of pursuing a Ph.D. Co-supervision is foreseen from the Ghent University home campus.
How To Apply
- Required Documents are below.
- Personal motivation letter
- Full professional/academic resume (CV): Your resume needs to include the contact details of at least 2 references.
- Transcripts of your study results
- Copy of your BSc and MSc degrees
- A PDF version of your master’s thesis might be requested at a later stage
All required documents must be submitted in English. The documents must be merged into a single PDF file and sent to Donghye.Seo@ghent.ac.kr (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 opening.
Selection Process: CV screening > Interview > Internal committee > Approval by campus committee > Acceptance notice to the selected candidate.
