Samsung Research Institute of Finance(SARIF) is seeking research fellows specializing in the fields listed above. SARIF is a leading private research institute in Korea, whose main objective is to provide visions, strategic analyses and policy recommendations on a wide range of financial issues to the financial affiliates of Samsung Group. It provides a unique research opportunity that encourages applying academic research methodology to diverse practical issues faced by the market participants in different areas of finance : Life Insurance, Property and Casualty Insurance, Securities and Asset Management, and Credit Card Industry. As a think-tank of the Samsung Group's financial affiliates, SARIF aims to contribute to the upgrading of the Korean finance industry by building a competitive edge among the leading market participants.

Requirements include a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Economics or Management; strong research potential and communication skills; fluency in Korean. We offer competitive salary and benefits package. Starting salary and rank depend on qualifications and experience.

To apply, please send 1) curriculum vita, 2) one or two letters of recommendation, 3) graduate transcript, and 4) a writing sample.

CONTACT: If you are applying for a position at Samsung Research Institute of Finance, contact Dr. In Huh (email: in.huh@samsung.com, Tel: 82-2-3706-7440). Otherwise, contact Samsung International Recruiting Officer, Hyeokjin Kwon (email: hyeokjin.kwon@samsung.com), 399 Park Ave., 18th Floor, Samsung, New York, NY 10022 (Tel: 212-421-2706);

Dead line for AEA meeting interviews in January. is Dec. 15th.

E - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics
H - Public Economics
J - Labor and Demographic Economics
L5 - Regulation and Industrial Policy
R - Urban, Rural, and Regional Economics

Gyeonggi Research Institute, a policy think-tank that aims at improving Korea's competitiveness and quality of life, invites applications for several positions in the above fields. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in related fields and should be fluent in Korean. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Primary responsibilities include analyzing Korean economy with a policy perspective.

Applicants should fill out the application forms which can be downloaded from GRI website www.gri.kr. This together with resume, summary of recent academic publication(s) (5 pages in A4) and academic transcripts should be sent by mail to Gyeonggi Research Institute. We do not accept application via e-mail. For more details, please visit http://www.gri.kr or contact: Division of Administration, Gyeonggi Research Institute, 179 Pajang-dong, Jangan-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, Korea (email: insa@gri.kr Tel: (+82 31) 250-3264).

 

 

Ewha Womans University
(posted on October 17, 2007)

The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure track positions in econometrics, beginning Spring 2008. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the capacity for high-quality instruction in English and Korean and the potential for significant research. Ewha Womans University is a leading university in metropolitan area of Seoul, Korea.

To be considered, candidates should submit curriculum vita ASAP to: Professor Kim, Sei-Wan, Chair, Department of Economics at swan@ewha.ac.kr.

 

 

Korea Development Institute (KDI)
(posted on October 17, 2007) E Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics
F International Economics
G Financial Economics
H5 National Government Expenditures and Related Policies
K Law and Economics
L Industrial Organization
O Economic Development, Technological Change, and Growth
P Economic Systems
R Urban, Rural, and Regional Economics Korea Development Institute (KDI) invites applications for research fellow positions in the above areas, but highly competent applicants in other areas will also be seriously considered. Candidates in the field of real estate financing and policy are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must possess, or be a candidate for, a Ph.D. in economics, and the position requires fluency in Korean.

To apply, please send curriculum vita, copy of research articles, and two recommendation letters. All documents should be sent to Joonhyuk Choi, General Affairs and Personnel Unit(email: joonh@kdi.re.kr) by December 14, 2007. Upon submission of resume, successful applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview at ASSA meetings in January 2008(New Orleans).

For any queries, candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Dongseok Kim, Director of the Office of Research Planning and Coordination at +82-2-958-4021 or dongseok@kdi.re.kr.

 

 

Korea Information Society Development Institute (KISDI)
(posted on July 27, 2007)

Korea Information Society Development Institute (KISDI), a leading think-tank in IT sector in Korea, is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified research staffs to develop IT policies for Korea to be as an IT powerhouse in the world. This would be definitely a great opportunity for those of you who are interested in a career in IT.

Job Title: Research Fellow

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. degree (or expected by August 2007) in micro/marco economics, econometrics, business administration, management strategy, accounting, industrial engineering, mass communication, political science and international relation, etc.

Previous experience in related fields is a plus.

Excellent writing & speaking skills in both English and Korean

Compensation: Payment commersurate with experience and ability

Application: Interested applicants for this position must submit the following application package:

Job application form (Download Application Form via www.kisdi.re.kr)

A copy of Ph.D. degree certificate/diploma earned (or any relevant documents)

Official transcripts for all university/college and graduate school attended by applicants

Copies of doctoral thesis

Presentation material at job seminar

All documents should be submitted by original copies of documents or PDF. Send your application package to The General Affairs Team, KISDI, 1-1 Juam-dong, Gwachun-si, Gyeonggi-do, 427-710, Korea or via e-mail recruit@kisdi.re.kr

Application Deadline: August 10, 2007, 18:00 (Korean Time)
(No application will be accepted after August 10, 2007 18:00)

Selection: Only candidates considered for interview and job seminar will be contacted.

For more information, please contact to recruit@kisdi.re.kr., +82-2-570-4432

 

 

Yonsei University
Graduate School of International Studies
(posted on April 2, 2007)

The Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) at Yonsei University, South Korea, invites applications for tenure-track professor positions (for all levels but preferably at the Assistant Professor) in any fields of Economics. Candidates are expected to have demonstrated ability and promise in research and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The position is to begin in fall 2007, but later appointments will also be possible.

The applicant must be a non-Korean citizen. All courses at GSIS are conducted in English. We offer special incentive packages for our international faculty members (including housing and travel subsidies).

Applicants should send curriculum vita, a selection of papers, graduate transcript and 2 letters of recommendation. Send all required materials to: Graduate School of International Studies, Yonsei University, 134 Sinchon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 120-749. Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates are requested to apply by May 30, 2007. Please visit http://gsis.yonsei.ac.kr for additional information about GSIS. Email: hjayhwang@yonsei.ac.kr or shyun@yonsei.ac.kr.