About UsYou will be part of an active research programme in the Heat and Fire Lab About the RoleWe are looking to appoint a full-time (1.0 FTE) Research Associate to work for the next 2.5 years at the interlink of prevention and prediction of wildfire risk, by contributing to the development of a fundamental physical model to understand the process of fire spread for wildfires, as part of the European Research Council grant FIREMOD This is a full-time post, and you will be offered a fixed-term 30-month contract. At King’s, you will be part of an active research programme in the Heat and Fire Lab Our group is focused on carrying out experimental and computational multidisciplinary research in the thermal sciences covering heat transfer, combustion, fire science, and bioenergy. Our interests range from helping develop more efficient and durable energy storage to understanding the fundamentals of ignition and fire spread for prevention of damage to people, property, and the environment from unwanted fires in topics such as wildfire and electrification. Our current projects focus on wildfire dynamics, battery fires, thermal management of Lithium-Ion batteries, and ignition research. The research in this project at King’s aims at creating a detailed physical model to better understand and predict fire behaviour. The project will study fire across different scales, include smouldering effects, and improve small- and large-scale fire models. This approach will help manage wildfires more effectively and provide valuable tools for researchers. Key ResponsibilitiesSpecifically, this role will lay the foundation to enable:
Candidates with a background in Fire Science and physics-based modelling are particularly encouraged to apply. About YouTo be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate the following skills and experience: Essential Criteria
Desirable Criteria
*Please note that this is a PhD-level role, but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances, the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30, with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Job DescriptionFull details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information on what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further InformationWe pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King’s. Applicants are asked to submit:
If a strong field of candidates is received, the desirable criteria may be used to determine the final shortlist. To find out how applications are reviewed, please see the How we Recruit pages: InterviewsInterviews are due to be held in April 2026.
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