Biodiversity Research Associate - Tessera (14m)

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Cambridge seeks an early-career Research Assistant/Associate to investigate how government incentive schemes and conservation management influence biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. The role will involve applying the Tessera model to analyze satellite imagery and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in geospatial analysis. This fixed-term position offers a salary between £33,002 and £46,049 annually.

Qualifications

• Strong background in biodiversity and ecosystem functioning.
• Experience in geospatial modeling and analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Investigate impacts of government incentives on biodiversity.
• Apply Tessera for land classification and canopy height estimation.
• Publish findings in international journals.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Satellite imagery processing

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Tessera

Job description

A prestigious university in Cambridge seeks an early-career Research Assistant/Associate to investigate how government incentive schemes and conservation management influence biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. The role will involve applying the Tessera model to analyze satellite imagery and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in geospatial analysis. This fixed-term position offers a salary between £33,002 and £46,049 annually.