Dr. Jin Yeong Kim, a graduate of Professor Kyung Cheol Choi’s lab in our department, has been promoted to Executive Director (Vice President–level) in the latest regular personnel announcement at Samsung Display.
Mr. Kim earned his master’s degree in 2011 and his Ph.D. in 2014, after which he joined Samsung Display and has since served as a principal engineer in the Materials Development Team of the Small and Medium-Sized Display Business Division. He has led the development of Tandem structure materials for next-generation IT and automotive products, significantly contributing to the realization of high-reliability and high-efficiency displays and strengthening the company’s core product competitiveness. His outstanding research achievements and leadership have earned him deep trust within the organization, culminating in his promotion as an Executive Director in his 30s.
Currently, Executive Director Kim is spearheading the advancement of high-performance tandem materials and the development of key materials for small and medium-sized displays to prepare for the next wave of IT and automotive display technologies. He is expected to continue playing a pivotal role in enhancing Samsung Display’s global technological competitiveness and driving innovation in the future display industry.
