Claire Hoffmann, Ph.D.
About Claire Hoffmann, Ph.D.
Claire Hoffmann, Ph.D., serves as the Head of Partnerships at the Yale Center for Biodiversity and Global Change, where she focuses on integrating academic research with actionable conservation strategies. With extensive experience in building global conservation partnerships, she has held various roles in organizations dedicated to biodiversity and conservation.
Work at Yale University
Claire Hoffmann serves as the Head of Partnerships at the Yale Center for Biodiversity and Global Change. In this role, she focuses on developing and strengthening partnerships to advance biodiversity conservation efforts. Since joining in 2024, she has worked to bridge the gap between academic research and practical conservation strategies, ensuring that scientific knowledge translates into actionable initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Claire Hoffmann holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Fisheries and Wildlife from Michigan State University, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. Prior to her PhD, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Amherst College (2011-2014) and a Master's Degree in Biodiversity, Conservation, and Management from the University of Oxford (2014-2015). Additionally, she studied African Ecology and Conservation at the Organization for Tropical Studies - Duke University in 2012.
Background
Claire Hoffmann has a diverse background in conservation and program development. She has worked across multiple continents, building partnerships for various conservation programs. Her previous roles include serving as a Program Development Consultant at Re:wild and as a Conservation Scientist at Round River Conservation Studies. She has also held positions at Project Impact and Crowther Lab at ETH Zurich, where she focused on research and conservation strategy.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Claire Hoffmann has developed global conservation strategies that integrate academic research with practical efforts. She has utilized her project management skills to align communication and research, maximizing conservation impact. As Co-chair of the Board of Directors for the Women in Nature Network since 2022, she has contributed to enhancing the role of women in conservation initiatives.
Specialization in Conservation Outreach
Claire Hoffmann specializes in storytelling as a means to enhance conservation outreach and impact. Her approach focuses on effectively communicating conservation messages to diverse audiences, thereby fostering greater engagement and support for biodiversity initiatives.