Research Associate In Engineering

Kings College London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kings College London invites applications for a Research Associate in Engineering to advance environmental life cycle assessment studies in a cutting-edge energy storage context. The role requires a PhD and strong analytic skills, with emphasis on ISO life cycle assessment frameworks and techno-economic modeling.

The successful candidate will work independently and with a team, contribute to reports and publications, and join a dynamic environment supporting sustainable energy research in London.

Qualifications

• PhD awarded or near completion in Environmental/Process Engineering or related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of life cycle assessment following ISO framework.
• Proficiency with life cycle assessment software.
• Ability to build cost models for techno-economic assessments.
• Theoretical understanding of electrochemical energy storage technologies and their life cycle.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, meet deadlines and organise work.
• Proficiency in English with strong written and oral communication.

Skills

Life cycle assessment concepts

Techno-economic assessment

Independent and collaborative work

Technical writing

English communication

Education

PhD in Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

LCA software

Job description

About you

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. PhD (awarded or near completion) in Environmental Engineering, Chemical/Process Engineering, Economics or other relevant degrees or equivalent research experience in an academic or commercial setting
2. Comprehensive knowledge of life cycle assessment following the ISO /44 framework
3. Life cycle assessment software proficiency
4. Capability in building cost models for techno-economic assessments
5. Theoretical understanding of electrochemical energy storage technologies and their life cycle
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage deadlines, and organise work effectively
7. Proficiency in English with good communication skills (oral and written), including the ability to write research reports and academic papers

Desirable criteria

1. Experience in prospective life cycle assessment
2. Material flow analysis: Experience tracing critical raw materials through supply chain frameworks

Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full 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 page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. 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.

Further Information

At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant’s own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. Further guidance on the use of AI in recruitment can be found We reserve the right to close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. While the closing date may change, all adverts will close at 23:59 to allow sufficient time for applications to be submitted on that day. Interviews are due to be held in December.

Research Associate in Engineering London, GB