Ben Archer is an experienced educator in the fields of career development, educational contexts and management. His expertise are in the fields of workforce development, educational attainment and lifelong learning. Ben’s research interests are centred on how education can impact work outcomes in geographically diverse areas.

Ben's research is centered on the concept of Decent Work as expressed in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In particular, he is interested in examining the role that Geography plays in educational access and subsequent vocational opportunities. He recognises that each location is unique and subsequently the opportunities for education and work are also unique. His passion is researching the phenomenon of geographical location and how it can enhance the education and employment prospects of the people living in those areas.