Dr Helen Lambert, BSc Hons, MSc, PhD
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Global expert on animal sentience, published scientist and accomplished researcher in animal welfare science. Over 23 years of experience working and researching in the animal welfare field, researching and advising on a multitude of issues and species. Significant expertise in animal sentience science, as well as in animal welfare science as a whole.
Experienced in conducting scientific research as well as literature reviews on any animal welfare issue or species, and published numerous papers in high-impact journals. Confident presenter and lecturer, experienced in presenting and communicating scientific material to a variety of audiences. Dr Helen Lambert runs Animal Welfare Consultancy. Helen also draws upon her team of specialists from all areas of animal welfare and veterinary science to allow her to flexibly take on a range of projects and to help even more animals have a good life. |
Key projects and collaborations
- Consultant for the European Commission-funded consortium - aWISH - Animal Welfare Indicators at the Slaughterhouse- on behalf of Eurogroup for Animals (2024-2026)
- Contract with DEFRA to develop welfare standards for privately kept primates in the UK (12 month contract - 2022-2023)
- Specialist on the Human Behaviour Change for Life team
- Visiting lecturer and supervisor for the University of Roehampton
- Board member of the Stakeholder Advisory Board for the Animal Welfare Research Network
- Currently writing publications with several NGOs including World Animal Protection, Ethical Seafood Research, and Eurogroup for Animals
- Currently writing numerous white papers, reports, and engaging articles for NGOs including World Animal Protection, Animals Asia, HBCL, and Animal Justice Project
- Working with corporations to improve and develop animal welfare policies in collaboration with Ocatra
Skills
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Vast experience working in various fields including;
- Wildlife - Companion animals - Farm animals - Animal welfare legislation - Campaigns - Disaster management - Working animals - Education |
Relevant posts
2009- 2017: World Animal Protection (formerly WSPA)
Sentience Manager (2010-2017)
Science and Research Manager (2009-2010)
2007-2008: University of Southampton
Assistant lecturer on Research Methods for BSc in Psychology
2006- 2007: Palo Verde National Park, Costa Rica
Researcher on a behavioural study of wild howler monkeys,
2003: Sanbona Wildlife Reserve and Shamwari Game Reserve, South Africa
Conservation researcher
Sentience Manager (2010-2017)
Science and Research Manager (2009-2010)
- Responsible for designing and carrying out original research into the measurement of emotional states in dairy cattle
- Published numerous scientific papers in high impact journals
- Scientific advisor on animal sentience and welfare science for World Animal Protection campaigns
- Responsible for developing organisational presence on animal sentience
- Created the Sentience Mosaic, an online global hub for animal sentience science
- Scientific advisor on animal sentience and welfare science for external stakeholders, including governments, industry and governing bodies
- Responsible for educating staff on animal welfare science and sentience
- Lecturer on animal sentience at universities and colleges
- Responsible for advising on legislation and policies around the world
2007-2008: University of Southampton
Assistant lecturer on Research Methods for BSc in Psychology
- Lecturing on statistical analysis
- Facilitating group work
- Marking coursework
2006- 2007: Palo Verde National Park, Costa Rica
Researcher on a behavioural study of wild howler monkeys,
- Behavioural data collection with two wild troops of howler monkeys
- Participated and trained in dart, capture and release programmes
- Faecal cortisol analysis
- Collected biological measurements from sedated animals; DNA and blood analysis
- Trained in animal dentition
2003: Sanbona Wildlife Reserve and Shamwari Game Reserve, South Africa
Conservation researcher
- Assisted veterinary procedures with cheetah, rhinoceros and leopards.
- Ongoing veterinary treatment with rescued meerkats, owls, lions and springbok.
- Assisted on wild animal reintroduction programmes- lions, antelope and rhino.
- Cortisol and DNA analysis
Education
2014-2018: PhD in identifying measures of positive and negative emotions in dairy cows
2007- 2008: University of Southampton: Masters in Research Methods (specialising in Animal Welfare Science) 2:1 (68%)
2001- 2004: University College Chester, Liverpool University: Animal Behaviour BSc 2:1 with Honours
2007- 2008: University of Southampton: Masters in Research Methods (specialising in Animal Welfare Science) 2:1 (68%)
2001- 2004: University College Chester, Liverpool University: Animal Behaviour BSc 2:1 with Honours
Practical training
- Trained in conducting Welfare Quality Assessment Protocols for dairy cattle
- Project and campaign management
- Campaigning at an international level
- Strategy development and writing
- Staff management
Academic memberships
- Elected member of the International Society for Applied Ethology
- Elected member of the Society of Biology (MSB)