Overview: The Kim Jaechul Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence at KAIST is currently seeking applicants for tenure-track and tenured faculty positions at all levels. Located in Seoul, South Korea, the school is expanding across all areas of AI and Machine Learning.
Target Research Areas: We invite applicants from all areas of AI, including but not limited to:
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Computer Vision & Natural Language Processing (NLP)
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Robotics
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Computer Systems for AI/ML
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Human-AI Collaboration
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Applied AI/ML
Start Date: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Fall 2027 (Start dates are negotiable).
Qualifications
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Degree: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a core research field or expect to obtain one before the start date.
Note for candidates nearing completion: You must pass your final thesis defense within 6 months of the application date and submit a confirmation letter from your advisor.
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Language: Ability to teach in English.
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Preferences: Preference will be given to female applicants, foreign nationals, and those with industrial or academic experience.
Submission Period: January 16, 2026 – February 2, 2026 (KST)
Required Documents: Please submit the following via email:
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Application Form
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Research Statement and Teaching Statement
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Up to 5 representative papers
Note on Recommendation Letters: Only candidates who pass the initial document screening will be contacted to submit recommendation letters.
How to Apply: Send all documents to: ai_faculty_app@kaist.ac.kr.
Important Submission Guidelines
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Blind Hiring: Do not include potentially discriminatory personal information, such as photos (appearance), place of origin, or family details.
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Validity: Appointment offers may be rescinded if false information is discovered.
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Inquiries: Please direct questions to ai_faculty_app@kaist.ac.kr.
