Full-time teaching assistant – Ghent University Global Campus, Korea

Ghent University Global Campus

Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC) is an integrated campus of Ghent University, Belgium, and the first European university to be part of the Incheon Global Campus (IGC) in Incheon, South Korea. Ghent University Global Campus currently offers Bachelor of Science programs in Molecular Biotechnology, Environmental Technology, and Food Technology. Ghent University is one of the top 100 universities in the world (ARWU 2023, 84th), and in the Life Sciences subjects taught at GUGC, Ghent University ranks even higher.

Please visit the Ghent University Global Campus homepages to learn more about our organization: http://www.ugent.be/globalcampus/en.

Job Summary

Full-Time Teaching Assistant – Ghent University Global Campus

Department: Plant Biotechnology Research Center

Degree: Msc in (or closely related area): Plant Sciences, Plant Molecular Biology, or relevant topics.

Contract: for a starting period of 1-year, with the possibility of extension

Occupancy rate: 100%

Vacancy Type: Full-time teaching assistant

Last application date: July 20, 2026 

Starting date: Aug 18, 2026 (negotiable)

Job Position

Ghent University Global Campus (GUGC) in Incheon, South Korea, is seeking a full-time teaching assistant for the Plant Biotechnology Center (RC1). This position is fully funded by Ghent University Global Campus in Korea.

Job Qualification (Profile of the Candidate)

• You hold a master’s degree in a relevant subject (Plant Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Biochemistry, or equivalent). 
• Minimum three years of post-master’s degree experience by the start date of your appointment at Ghent University Global Campus. 
• Strong didactic, communicative, and managerial skills.
• Interest in providing and supporting academic education.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an international and multicultural environment.
• Quality-oriented approach.            

Job Description

The teaching assistant will primarily be responsible for academic education (in English) during the practical sessions of the courses conducted by RC1. This includes courses of General Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, and Plant Biotechnology. Additionally, the teaching assistant will provide support to researchers of RC1 when not involved in teaching obligations. You will also offer two to three-week wet lab training programs to GUGC students during summer and/or winter.

Selection Criteria

• Scientific background and knowledge
• Educational experiences

Application Documents

• One-page motivation letter
• Full resume (CV), including at least 2 reference contacts
• Copy of the BSc and MSc degrees 
• Transcripts (overview of study results) 

Application Process and Interview

The documents must be merged into a single PDF file and sent to [email protected] (subject line: TeachingAssistant_RC1_Last Name.First Name). The selection committee will evaluate the application files, shortlist candidates for a video interview, rank suitable candidates, and select the most suitable candidate.  The result will be presented to the GUGC campus council for approval. 

Selection Process

• CV Screening -> Interview -> Internal committee -> Approval -> Acceptance Notice to the candidate selected. 

Compensation & Benefits for the candidate selected

• Salary according to Ghent University Global Campus salary standards.
• Bonuses in June (92% of monthly salary) and December (100% monthly salary).
• Housing (for non-Korean citizens).
• Private health insurance.
• Severance.
• Leaves and holidays.
• Visa support for international applicants.