Join Our Research Team based at Yonsei University, Seoul

Cheonggyecheon Stream, Seoul, South Korea.

Cheonggyecheon Stream is a restored urban waterway that runs approximately 11 kilometres through the heart of Seoul. Once covered by roads and elevated highways, the stream was revitalized as part of a major urban regeneration project completed in 2005. Today, it serves as a vibrant public space that integrates nature, recreation, culture, and sustainable urban design. The corridor provides accessible walking paths, green spaces, public art installations, and opportunities for active transportation, while contributing to improved environmental quality, urban biodiversity, and climate resilience. As one of Seoul’s most iconic examples of nature-based urban renewal, Cheonggyecheon attracts millions of visitors annually and serves as a global model for creating healthier, more livable, and sustainable cities.

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The In Situ Population Health Research Group is seeking outstanding Master’s and PhD students interested in physical activity, active living, planetary health, health equity, sustainability, and population health research.

Based at Yonsei University (Seoul, South Korea)*, our students work on innovative national and international projects examining how social, environmental, policy, and climate-related factors shape movement health and well-being. Research topics include physical activity and active living across the life course, planetary health, climate change and health behaviors, active outdoor play, health equity, and policy and systems approaches to health promotion.

Students receive advanced training in research design, epidemiology, quantitative and qualitative methods, scientific writing, knowledge translation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Opportunities are available to contribute to high-impact publications, present at international conferences, and engage in global research networks spanning Asia, Europe, Oceania, and North America.

Through ongoing international collaborations, qualified students may also have opportunities to participate in joint supervision and dual-degree pathways with the University of Alberta (Canada), providing valuable international research and training experiences.

We welcome applicants from public health, kinesiology, sport studies, epidemiology, psychology, sociology, environmental studies, urban planning, geography, and related disciplines. We are particularly interested in students who are intellectually curious, collaborative, and committed to generating research that contributes to healthier, more equitable, and sustainable societies.

To express interest, please contact Dr. Eun-Young Lee (eylee@yonsei.ac.kr) with: 1) a current CV, 2) academic transcripts, 3) a brief statement of research interests and career goals, and 4) expected start date.

Note: We encourage applications from both domestic (Korean) and international students. Only shortlisted candidates whose qualifications closely align with the position requirements will be contacted.

*About Yonsei University

Founded in 1885, Yonsei University is one of South Korea’s oldest and most prestigious universities and is widely recognized as a member of the country’s elite “SKY” universities (Seoul National University, Korea University, and Yonsei University). It is internationally renowned for its excellence in research, education, and global engagement, attracting students and scholars from around the world.

Located in the heart of Seoul, Yonsei offers a vibrant and internationally connected academic environment with strong partnerships across North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. The university consistently ranks among the world’s leading institutions and was ranked 50th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026, becoming the first private university in South Korea to enter the global top 50. Yonsei has also maintained its position as the highest-ranked private university in Asia for four consecutive years.

Yonsei is particularly recognized for its strengths in health sciences, public health, medicine, engineering, social sciences, business, and international studies. The university places a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, innovation, and addressing global challenges, making it an ideal environment for students interested in advancing research that contributes to healthier, more equitable, and sustainable societies.