Ph.D. Program Students

• Start Date: Fall 2026
• Application Deadline: April 09, 2026, 5:30 PM (KST)

Position Description

We are looking for highly motivated Ph.D. students to join our research team. Successful candidates will work on projects related to musical sound synthesis, instrument emulation, instrument design, and other related topics in the field of music and culture technology. Students will have opportunities to publish in international journals or top conferences, collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers, and develop advanced computational and experimental skills.

Expectations

• Ph.D. students are expected to conduct independent research under the guidance of the advisor, and to contribute to the lab’s research projects.
• Ph.D. students are expected to publish multiple of their research findings in international journals and conferences, and to present their work at academic events.
• Please check the course requirements for the degree program here.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. program applicants must have a master’s degree or be expected to receive one by the time of enrollment.

Funding and Benefits

• Funded with monthly stipend plus incentive
  • Korean Students: Please see here.
  • International Students: KAIST Scholarship provides
    • Full tuition coverage
    • National health insurance, and
    • Monthly stipend.

    Please find more info from here.

• Personal office space and access to lab resources and facilities.
• Most graduate students can live in on-campus housing if they wish. Separate apartments are provided for married students.

Application Process

• Please submit this Google Form if you are interested in applying for the Ph.D. position.
• Please refer to this link for the application process and required documents.