Research Assistant in Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing University

Research Assistant in Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing at The University of Cambridge

• Organisation:
  Department of Architecture, University of Cambridge
• Last date to Apply: 09/12/2025
• Country:
  United Kingdom
• City:
  Cambridge
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Project:
  Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing for Decarbonisation of the Built Environment (UK Space Agency – National Space Innovation Programme)

• Strong background in thermal infrared (TIR) remote sensing, ML/AI, or building performance modelling
• Ability to develop ML/AI heat transfer and overheating models
• Experience with TIR imagery, satellite/drone data, or built environment analytics
• Publications list required (if applicable)
• PhD required for Research Associate level; candidates without PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant initially

• Experience in ML/AI, remote sensing, energy modelling, or built-environment simulation (years not specified)

Not specified / As per University of Cambridge norms

This project is led by the Cambridge Sustainable Design Group within the Department of Architecture. It collaborates with the Department of Plant Sciences and industry partners. The position is funded by the UK Space Agency NSIP and supports cutting‑edge research in TIR earth observation for urban decarbonisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting analysis of TIR imagery and satellite/drone data for decarbonisation studies.
• Developing machine learning and AI models to predict heat transfer and overheating in built environments.
• Assisting in the design and execution of field experiments and data collection.
• Contributing to publications and project reports.