Eliminatha Joseph Ambross
Glasgow,Glasgow
Summary
A dedicated conservation researcher, with a strong background in wildlife data collection and analysis, seeking to advance research and contribute innovative solutions to ecosystem conservation. Eager to leverage technology in conservation science and bring valuable expertise in GPS telemetry, Camera traps,GIS, and statistical modelling to my PhD research.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Conservation Researcher
The Kesho Trust
Various Locations
01.2017 - Current
- Conduct data analysis of camera trap images to assess wildlife presence, activity patterns, and habitat use.
- Support research projects by organizing and interpreting ecological data for informed decision-making.
Research Intern
Grumeti Fund
Serengeti, Tanzania
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Participated in elephant recollaring and movement monitoring using EarthRanger to mitigate human-elephant conflict
- Utilized camera traps technology for data collection and analysis
Herbarium Curatorial Assistant
College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM)
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Digitized plant specimens for global accessibility, ensuring precise geo-coordinates and accurate taxonomic information
- Managed data entry and updated locality names to reflect recent changes
Treasurer
College of African Wildlife Management
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed financial planning and budgets for college events, ensuring accountability and proper record-keeping
Secretary & Chairperson
Youth Empowerment and Wildlife Conservation Club
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Led environmental clubs, organizing tree planting events, environmental education campaigns, and fundraising for conservation initiatives
Education
Master of Science - Wildlife Management
College of African Wildlife Management
Kilimanjaro-Tanzania 01.2016 - 12.2019
MSc - Conservation Management of African Ecosystems
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Glasgow City 09.2024 - 09.2025
Skills
- R Programming
- Statistical Modeling
- GLMMs
- GAMs
- GIS
- Spatial Data Analysis
- Mapping
- Habitat Modeling
- Report Writing
- Research Presentation
Languages
English
Advanced
REFERENCES
1. Dr Thomas Morrison
University of Glasgow
email: Thomas.Morrison@glasgow.ac.uk
2. Grant Hopcraft
University of Glasgow
Email: Grant.Hopcraft@glasgow.ac.uk
3. Dr.Meredith S Palmer
University of Yale
Email: meredith.s.palmer@yale.edu
Timeline
MSc - Conservation Management of African Ecosystems
University of Glasgow
09.2024 - 09.2025
Research Intern
Grumeti Fund
08.2023 - 02.2024
Herbarium Curatorial Assistant
College of African Wildlife Management (CAWM)
01.2022 - 01.2023
Conservation Researcher
The Kesho Trust
01.2017 - Current
Treasurer
College of African Wildlife Management
01.2017 - 01.2019
Secretary & Chairperson
Youth Empowerment and Wildlife Conservation Club
12.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Wildlife Management
College of African Wildlife Management
01.2016 - 12.2019
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