Ahmet Selim Esmer
London,UK
Summary
Analytical and data-driven Master’s student specialising in computational modelling, advanced statistics, and machine learning. Proficient in Python and R, with proven experience developing custom computer vision pipelines and implementing complex multivariate frameworks like Compositional Data Analysis. Adept at integrating large-scale, heterogeneous datasets to uncover underlying biological patterns.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Digital Support Specialist | Full-time
ASL Interactive
London
2025.08 - 2026.02
- Address customer inquiries through various communication channels, including phone, email, and chat.
- Document and update customer interactions and transactions in the company's database.
- Collaborate with internal teams to resolve customer issues and improve service delivery.
- Provide product and service information to customers, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
Staff member | Part-time
Yamabahce Restaurant
London
2023.11 - 2025.08
Greenhouse Lab Assistant | Part-time
University of Greenwich
Chatham
2024.06 - 2024.08
- Assisted in plant care, environmental monitoring, and data collection in a controlled greenhouse setting.
- Conducted measurements and observations to assess plant health and growth under varying conditions.
- Maintained lab safety standards and ensured proper handling of plant specimens and research materials.
- Developed strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills through hands-on experimentation and analysis.
Store Assistant | Full-time
M & LA VIDA LTD.
London
2023.04 - 2023.09
- Managed inventory by conducting stock counts, restocking shelves, and notifying management of low stock supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a smooth shopping experience for customers.
- Conducted quality checks on products to ensure they meet company standards.
- Followed safety and security procedures to protect customers, employees, and store assets.
- Responded to customer inquiries and addressed their concerns in a friendly and helpful manner.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail in selecting and packaging grocery items to ensure their quality and freshness upon delivery.
Staff member | Full-time
Yamabahce Restaurant
London
2022.06 - 2023.04
- Took customer orders, provided their bills, and made menu recommendations to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Arranged alternative selections for guests with food allergies through careful collaboration with kitchen teams.
- Coordinated team members to take, serve and clear orders accurately and promptly.
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
- Demonstrated flexibility by accommodating changing demands and schedules during work.
Social Media Coordinator | Full-time
Happy Education Consultancy LTD
London
2021.07 - 2021.10
- Managed and updated social media accounts including designing posters and videos for promotional purposes.
- Conducted research on key markets and target audiences to adapt content and increase engagement.
- Created engaging and informative content to reach a wider audience.
- Successfully managed social media accounts, increasing engagement and reach.
- Developed and executed content that contributed to increased brand visibility.
Education
MRes - Computational Methods in Ecology and Evolution
Imperial College London
UK 09/2025 -
B.Sc. - Biology
University of Greenwich
UK 09/2021 - 06/2025
Diploma - Science and Mathematics
ISTEM High School
Türkiye 09/2015 - 06/2019
Skills
- Technical skills: Biological Research, Data visualisation, Digital Literacy, Laboratory Skills, MS Office, Python coding, Quantitative research, R coding, Report Writing, Biological data analysis, Ecological survey execution, Biological modelling
- Soft skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration & Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Digital Fluency & AI Literacy, Environmental Stewardship, Problem-Solving & Adaptability, Time Management, Evidence-Based reasoning
Certification
- Data Protection Briefing 01/2023
- Equality & Diversity Essentials 01/2023
- Safeguarding Essentials 01/2023
- Information Security Course 01/2023
Affiliations
- British Ecological Society Member 10/2023
- Royal Society of Biology Associate 04/2023
Languages
English
Fluent
Turkish
Native
PROJECTS
AI-Driven Morphological Analysis of Historical Landscape Paintings | 01/2026 - Current | Imperial College London.
Developed a custom computer vision pipeline using fine-tuned transformer and CNN models to automate the classification of vegetation morphotypes in a dataset of 300+ historical paintings, integrating Shannon Diversity metrics and Compositional Data Analysis (ILR) to quantify ecological trends in art history.
Hydraulic strategies and stress responses in Q. robur, F. sylvatica, and F. excelsior under climatic and pathogenic pressure | 01/2025 - 06/2025 | University of Greenwich.
Conducted ecological research analysing hydraulic responses of Quercus robur, Fagus sylvatica, and Fraxinus excelsior under drought and pathogen stress using field sensors (sap flow, dendrometers) and R-based modelling; generated insights for forest resilience and rewilding strategies.
VOLUNTEERING & LEADERSHIP
University of Greenwich, Sustainability Volunteer, London | 2023-09, 2024-06
Collaborated with a team of students and staff to promote urban agriculture and sustainable food sources on campus.
REFERENCES
Dr. Will Pearse Associate Professor in Evolutionary Ecology
Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park)
Email: will.pearse@imperial.ac.uk
Phone: +44 20 7594 2322
Relationship: Primary research supervisor
Dr.Samraat Pawar Professor of Theoretical Ecology
Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park)
Email: s.pawar@imperial.ac.uk
Phone: +44 20 7594 2213
Relationship: Academic tutor
Timeline
Digital Support Specialist | Full-time
ASL Interactive
2025.08 - 2026.02
Greenhouse Lab Assistant | Part-time
University of Greenwich
2024.06 - 2024.08
Staff member | Part-time
Yamabahce Restaurant
2023.11 - 2025.08
Store Assistant | Full-time
M & LA VIDA LTD.
2023.04 - 2023.09
Staff member | Full-time
Yamabahce Restaurant
2022.06 - 2023.04
Social Media Coordinator | Full-time
Happy Education Consultancy LTD
2021.07 - 2021.10
MRes - Computational Methods in Ecology and Evolution
Imperial College London
09/2025 -
B.Sc. - Biology
University of Greenwich
09/2021 - 06/2025
Diploma - Science and Mathematics
ISTEM High School
09/2015 - 06/2019