Research Assistant for the Fire Safety Engineering Department

Lunds Universitet · Full-time

Box 118, Lund, Sweden

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's leading academic institutions. With approximately 46,000 students and 8,500 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö, we are united in our mission to understand, explain, and improve our world and people's living conditions. About the Workplace Within the Department of Building and Environmental Technology, several divisions conduct research and teaching related to society's infrastructure and construction needs. As part of these activities, we also address safety aspects and develop methods for managing risks in society, particularly those related to accidents and fires. The work is characterized by interdisciplinary activities in both research and teaching. The Fire Safety Engineering Department conducts fire and safety-related research, with a group consisting of approximately 20 researchers and administrative staff. The work environment is marked by commitment, collaboration, creativity, and personal responsibility. It is stimulating work with varied tasks, offering excellent opportunities for professional development. Job Responsibilities As a research assistant, your tasks may vary and are designed to provide insight into the academic world at the faculty where you study. Your main responsibilities include participating in research on fire risks associated with induction cooktops. This involves conducting experiments and analyzing results in collaboration with the project leader. The work takes place in the Fire Safety Engineering Department's fire laboratory and associated workspace. The position also includes participating in teaching, primarily through the development of teaching materials related to the research. Your responsibilities include: - participation in research, primarily laboratory work - development of teaching materials for fire safety engineering courses - administration Qualifications To be eligible for employment as a research assistant, you must be admitted to a basic or advanced-level education program at the faculty. Your degree must not yet be completed. Requirements for employment: - admission to the Civil Engineering program in Fire Safety Engineering at LTH, the Fire Engineering program at LTH, or the Civil Engineering program in Risk Management with a Fire Safety Engineering focus at LTH, or equivalent education that the employer considers relevant - very good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written - ability to conduct laboratory work - independence and collaboration skills - attention to detail and patience Merits for employment: - knowledge of fire physics and fire dynamics - good knowledge of English, both spoken and written - previous teaching experience What We Offer Lund University is a state authority offering favorable employment conditions. As a research assistant, you have the opportunity to combine your studies with work to complement your theoretical knowledge with practical experience in an academic environment. Learn more about working with us on the university's website: https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss Other Information The position is temporary for the period October 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027 and each position may comprise up to 30%. Work arrangement is subject to agreement. Employment as a research assistant may not exceed 50% of full-time hours and may be temporary for a maximum of one year, with a combined maximum of three years. The employment must not negatively affect your studies. Regulations concerning educational employment as a research assistant are found in the Higher Education Ordinance (SFS 2017:284), Chapter 5, Sections 8-12. Employment is covered by the Working Time Agreement for Teachers. How to Apply Your application should include a CV and a personal letter explaining why you are interested in this position and how the position matches your qualifications. Please attach an extract from LADOK certifying your eligibility. Your application should also include anything else you wish to submit (copies of grades, reference information, recommendation letters, etc.). We look forward to receiving your application! LTH – Lund University of Technology – is part of Lund University. At LTH, we educate people, build knowledge for the future, and work hard to develop society. We create space for brilliant research and inspire creative development of technology, architecture, and design. Nearly 12,000 students study here. Each year, our researchers – many of whom work within world-leading research areas – publish approximately 100 dissertations and 2,000 scientific findings. A range of research results and student projects are refined into innovations. Together, we explore and create – for the benefit of the world. We decline all contact from advertising sales representatives, recruitment agencies, and staffing companies due to government procurement regulations.