PhD

Expectations

We expect PhD students to run their own first-author projects, with possible collaborations with both senior and junior members inside and outside the lab.

Application process

1. Apply via the STAI application form with your CV and research statement attached
2. Coffee chat with Seong Joon to figure out initial fit
3. Half-day interview
   • Job talk: Present your prior work to the entire lab (30 minutes + discussion)
   • 1-on-1 interviews: Meet individually with 2 lab members (we will connect you via email to arrange times)
   • Interview with Seong Joon: Discuss research directions
4. Offer
5. Apply to the grad school with Seong Joon Oh’s supervision intent via KAIST Graduate Admissions

Timeline

Steps 1-4 must be completed at least one week before the group offer announcement dates below. Please reach out well in advance.

Group offer announcement (step 4)

• International spring: 20 August
• International autumn (early track): 20 November
• International autumn (regular track): 20 February
• Domestic spring: 20 June
• Domestic autumn: 20 March