Role at Cawthron
Ian is a marine ecologist and senior biosecurity scientist within the Coastal & Freshwater Group at Cawthron. He leads and collaborates on basic and applied research on anthropogenic pathways of pests and disease agents, biosecurity assessments, invasive species and pest management, and marine ecology. Throughout his career in Ireland, the United States, and New Zealand, Ian has developed strong experience in research and environmental management associated with maritime shipping, aquaculture, coastal infrastructure, and environmental policy. He works on a range of science and consultancy projects for clients and collaborators in government, industry, and other research institutions.
Technical skills, experience and interests:
Leadership and collaboration of programmatic research and applied projects
Biosecurity policy, management, and practical tools for a range of end-users
Biofouling, biological invasions, and vector/pathway ecology and management
Ecological studies to understand and manage human-environment interactions in coastal systems
Business development and commercial
Client management
Science writing
Qualifications
BSc (Honours), University College Cork, Ireland, 2000
PhD, Marine Ecology, University College Cork, Ireland, 2004
