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Dr Ben Arthur

Engagement Programs Coordinator

https://people.csiro.au/a/b/ben-arthur

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Biography

Ben is a marine ecologist and science communicator who has worked in the marine sciences for 15 years. He completed his PhD in animal movement ecology at the University of Tasmania and has led field research programs in Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic, including Macquarie Island, with the Australian, French and South African national Antarctic programs. Ben has circumnavigated the Australian continent on research vessels. Ben is a passionate communicator of science and its importance to our everyday lives. He currently coordinates engagement programs for the CSIRO Marine National Facility on board RV Investigator leading a range of marine engagement and education programs and activities.

Current Roles

  • Engagement Programs Coordinator
    Science Engagement

Academic Qualifications

  • 2007

    Bachelor of Science
    University of Tasmania

  • 2009

    Bachelor of Science with Honours
    University of Tasmania

  • 2016

    PhD (Life Sciences)
    University of Tasmania

Professional Experiences

  • 2023-present

    Director
    Macquarie Island Conservation Foundation

  • 2018-present

    Adjunct Researcher
    Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, UTas

  • 2011-2017

    Education Specialist
    CSIRO

  • 2010-2015

    Demonstrator/Tutor
    Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies

  • 2011-2011

    Research Assistant
    Integrated Marine Observing System

  • 2009-2010

    Research Assistant
    Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, UTas

  • 2010-2010

    Science Outreach Officer
    University of Tasmania

Community and Corporate Citizenship

  • 2020-present

    Business Unit Rep - Indigenous Engagement Implementation Committee

  • 2019-present

    SES Search & Rescue (SAR)

  • 2015-2024

    National Science Week Tasmania Committee (Chair 2020-23)

  • 2015-2022

    Hobart Site Management Advisory Committee

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