There is an exciting opportunity to join the Conservation Evidence Research Group as a Research Software Engineer, working alongside conservation and computer scientists. The appointment will be for an initial period of up to 12 months part-time, with the possibility of extension subject to project status and funding , starting as soon as possible. Conservation Evidence collaborates globally across disciplines and sectors to deliver the evidence needs of the conservation community. The group's aim is to ensure that evidence for the effectiveness of conservation actions is easily accessible and embedded within decision making, and we maintain the world's most comprehensive database on what works in conservation: www.conservationevidence.com.

The Research Software Engineer will join an interdisciplinary project and see their technical expertise have real world impacts on nature and biodiversity conservation. The project aims to develop an innovative infrastructure that combines artificial intelligence, namely large language models, and human expertise to transform evidence synthesis, while maintaining academic rigour. The Research Software Engineer will work closely with both conservation science and evidence synthesis experts, as well as computer scientists and be responsible for designing, developing and testing well documented software, maintaining databases, and deploying software in a production environment.

The successful applicant will be a highly skilled software engineer, with demonstrable experience in software development tools (e.g. Git/GitHub), rapid prototyping, basic database administration in a Linux environment, competence in designing, building and maintaining Django applications, familiarity building front ends in HTML, and good knowledge of programming languages such as JavaScript, HTML, SQL, Python (or similar). They will also demonstrate good problem-solving skills and enjoy working collaboratively to find innovative solutions that deliver on the needs of the project and wider team.

The role will be based on site in the departments of Zoology and Computer Science, with hybrid working arrangements possible.

Informal enquiries or requests to arrange a visit to Zoology to discuss this position are welcomed and should be directed to Dr Sam Reynolds (sar87@cam.ac.uk).

Please upload a copy of your CV (maximum 2 sides of A4) and a covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4).

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for up to 12 months in the first instance.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF45321 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Be part of something different!

The Department of Zoology is one of the largest Departments in the School of Biological Sciences and has a highly active research and teaching programme. The Museum is one of Cambridge's major attractions. Join our team of committed Professional Services Staff which offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of the Zoology at Cambridge.

We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our Facilities Management team. You will have good DIY skills, and a basic understanding of plant rooms, but more importantly the willingness to learn. Duties will include daily checks of plant equipment, general maintenance, minor redecoration, fire safety testing and porterage. You will be part of our growing Building Services team, and you will liaise with contractors, Estates Division staff and departmental staff.

You will have a customer focused approach, and ideally, you will have worked in a similar role. You will be IT literate, although training will be given in the use of specific systems. Experience working in the University or in a laboratory setting would be advantageous, but it is not a requirement. You will have technical aptitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team. Good communication skills, good time keeping, showing flexibility and remaining calm under pressure are essential.

This full-time position requires the post-holder to work on-site Monday to Friday, with a starting time between 7.30 and 8.30am, and availability for attendance for out-of-hours work may be necessary on occasions.

As an employee, you will have access to a range of excellent University of Cambridge benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, comprehensive maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave entitlement, various family-friendly schemes (e.g., workplace nurseries), an auto-enrolment pension scheme with a generous employer contribution, shopping discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores, the opportunity to participate in the cycle-to-work scheme, access to University of Cambridge training and many more. We offer a welcoming work environment where you will feel valued, are encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential.

If you have the skills, experience and personality to succeed in this role we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal conversations are welcomed. Please contact Glyn Theobald, Building Services Manager (gt465@cam.ac.uk), to hear more about this role.

For more details please refer to the Further Information below.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for two years.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF43587 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Located in the heart of Cambridge, the Zoology Department is a buzzing and friendly community of researchers, students, and visitors who are passionate about exploring the wonders of the natural world. We are a large department of with around 170 staff, 90 graduate students and a final year undergraduate class of about 100, so things can get pretty busy!

We're recruiting a Junior Scientific Support Technician to join our small scientific support team. Our team prides itself on delivering exceptional service to our research and teaching labs. This position would be your chance to kick-start your career in scientific support and contribute to Zoology's success. So, what are you waiting for? Join us now and make a difference!

This is an exciting role with varied responsibilities. You will support our aquaria and insect rooms, will help to run our glass washing facility, and provide assistance with the maintenance of scientific equipment, the preparation of media and the running of the tissue culture lab. You will occasionally help the teaching lab with the preparation of practical activities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile individual who will preferably have experience working within a biological lab environment and/or with animals. You have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a time and have basic computing skills. Due to the nature of the work you should have a good level of physical fitness.

The department takes a proactive approach to personal and team development and we will provide training where necessary for this role. The successful applicant will have access to a broad range of staff benefits and personal development opportunities including discounts at a wide range of local and national businesses and educational opportunities available exclusively to University of Cambridge employees.

You will be required to work on site and the appointment is offered on a permanent, full-time basis. An essential requirement of the role is to be part of the additional cover team at weekends, Bank Holidays and on occasion, out of hours. The candidate will therefore be required to work outside of normal working hours at certain periods of time.

If you are interested in this role please contact Sylviane Moss, Lab and Facilities Manager: smmc2@cam.ac.uk for an informal discussion of the role.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working request will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF44901 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.