Research Associate: ML for Bumblebee Conservation

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Associate to lead a 1-year project on Bumblebee Conservation, focusing on Bombus muscorum. You will develop a machine learning visual recognition tool bridging field biology and conservation policy.

Based in the Brown Lab, Department of Zoology, you will conduct fieldwork, coordinate scientists and volunteers with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and Natural England, and contribute to lab work and project management.

Responsibilities

• Build and evaluate a visual recognition tool for Bombus muscorum.
• Harness machine learning approaches with DNA barcoded photos.
• Fieldwork and coordination of scientists and volunteers.
• Lab work to support tool development.
• Training and supervision of undergraduate/postgraduate students; project management.
• Public engagement activities.

Job description

The University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Associate to lead a 1-year project on Bumblebee Conservation, focusing on Bombus muscorum. You will develop a machine learning visual recognition tool bridging field biology and conservation policy.

Based in the Brown Lab, Department of Zoology, you will conduct fieldwork, coordinate scientists and volunteers with the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and Natural England, and contribute to lab work and project management.