Research Associate in Nuclear Commemoration Studies
Lead an ERC-funded comparative case study on nuclear commemoration in non-nuclear states under expert supervision.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with expertise in nuclear politics, memory studies, and comparative case study methods, seeking to advance their publication record in international relations.
Overview
This Research Associate position at King’s College London’s Department of War Studies focuses on Case Study 1 of the ERC-funded *Nuclear Echoes* project. The successful candidate will design and execute empirical research on nuclear commemoration in non-nuclear states, defining research questions and selecting comparative cases in collaboration with Principal Investigator Dr. Nicola Leveringhaus. The role involves fieldwork, data analysis, and contributing to project publications, including a single-authored comparative article and a co-authored special issue piece. The position emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, conference presentations, and engagement with broader academic communities.
What you'll do
- Lead and deliver Case Study 1 on nuclear commemoration in non-nuclear states, defining research questions and selecting comparative cases with the Principal Investigator.
- Design and conduct empirical research across three phases: exploratory/desk research, data collection, and analysis/writing, including potential fieldwork abroad.
- Contribute findings and data to the project’s central database and engage with its theoretical framework.
- Author a single-authored comparative article and co-author a special issue article, coordinating with the PI and wider team.
- Present research findings at international conferences, organize panels or roundtables as needed, and publish briefs/blog posts.
- Participate in monthly team meetings, seminars, and workshops related to the project and affiliated research centers.
- Collaborate with the project team to build conceptual and theoretical foundations for the broader research initiative.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in International Relations or an adjacent discipline (submitted by the start date of employment)
Language: English; proficiency required for research and communication
Instruction: English
Publications: One single-authored comparative article and one co-authored special issue article (submitted/accepted within the role duration)
- Research expertise in nuclear politics and/or memory studies
- Ability to design and conduct independent empirical research, including fieldwork, using qualitative and/or quantitative methods
- Emerging record of or potential for peer-reviewed publication
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency
- PhD submission deadline aligned with the start date of employment
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-20
Applicants must submit their CV, cover letter, and research statement through the King’s College London recruitment portal. Additional documents may include a writing sample or references, depending on the portal requirements. Ensure all materials are tailored to highlight relevant research experience and alignment with the project’s objectives.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Writing sample (optional)
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