Our leaders
Professor Danny Liew
Executive Dean, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Areas of responsibility
The Executive Dean is responsible for shaping the Faculty's strategic direction, academic programs and research initiatives while ensuring the success and wellbeing of both students and staff.
Biography
Professor Danny Liew will start as the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences in January 2025. He has over 25 years of experience in senior roles at Group of Eight universities and tertiary hospitals, most recently serving as Dean of Medicine and Head of the Adelaide Medical School.
Danny has led initiatives that strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration, developed sustainable research strategies, and delivered world-class training for healthcare professionals.
An expert in clinical epidemiology, health services research and health economics, Danny is committed to advancing consumer-focused, efficient and equitable health care, leveraging technology to enhance outcomes. His career has spanned academia, healthcare and government, with a strong focus on building strategic partnerships both locally and internationally.
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Faculty leadership
Professor Sandy Brauer
Deputy Executive Dean
The Deputy Executive Dean supports the Executive Dean in guiding the Faculty’s strategy, leadership, and governance. They oversee health partnerships, international collaborations, and rural and regional education initiatives, driving programs that align with the University’s mission. As part of the senior executive team, they help shape Faculty strategy and deputise for the Executive Dean when required.
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Professor Blake McKimmie
Associate Dean (Academic)
The Associate Dean (Academic) drives strategic leadership in teaching and learning across the Faculty. This role encompasses oversight of academic and student administration functions, as well as leading initiatives to enrich the student experience.
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Professor Karen Moritz
Associate Dean (Research)
The Associate Dean (Research) leads the Faculty's research strategy, driving excellence, impact and engagement. This role also focuses on enhancing researcher capability and fostering a thriving research culture.
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Associate Professor Thelma Parker
Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement)
The Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) provides strategic leadership to support the University's Indigenous strategy and strengthen connections with the Indigenous community. This role champions the Faculty's engagement with Indigenous students, staff, researchers, alumni, and the broader community.
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Dr Zoe Cahill
Faculty Executive Manager
The Faculty Executive Manager provides strategic advice and operational leadership, supporting the Executive Dean, heads of schools and centre directors. This role oversees operations, manages professional staff, and drives initiatives to enhance the Faculty’s activities.
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Schools
The heads of schools are responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of our schools.
Professor Elizabeth Coulson
Head of School, Biomedical Sciences
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Marrianne Hamlet, Executive Assistant
Professor Saso Ivanovski
Head of School, Dentistry
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Katie Quan, Executive Assistant
Professor Sandy Brauer
Head of School, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
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Kylie Sharpe, Executive Assistant
Professor John Cairney
Head of School, Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
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Colleen Ward, Executive Assistant
Professor Stuart Carney
Professor Karen Healy
Head of School, Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work
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Sharon Boyes, Executive Assistant
Professor Peter Cabot
Head of School, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Ee Ting Ng, Executive Assistant
Professor Jolanda Jetten
Head of School, Psychology
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Dorothy Bathgate, Executive Assistant
Associate Professor Sheleigh Lawler
Head of School, Public Health
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Libby Kelly, Executive Assistant
Institutes and centres
The institute and centre directors are responsible for strategic and operational leadership.
Professor Lisa Nissen
Director, Centre for the Business and Economics of Health and Taylor Family Chair
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Davina Bonner, Senior Administration Officer
Professor Jason Roberts
Director, Centre for Clinical Research
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Lisa Dingwall, Executive Assistant
Professor Monika Janda
Director, Centre for Health Services Research
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Trish Speechly, Executive Assistant
Professor Craig Munns
Director, Child Health Research Centre
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VACANT
Director, Frazer Institute
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Gemma Moore, Executive Assistant
Professor Maher Gandhi
Director, Mater Research Institute–UQ
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Rhonda Ploeger, Executive Assistant
Professor James Ward
Director, Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
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Mikhalyn Campell, Executive Assistant
Professor Kevin Thomas
Director, Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences
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Elizabeth Sadowy, Executive Assistant
Professor Pankaj Sah
Director, Queensland Brain Institute
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Janet Voight, Executive Assistant
Professor Trevor Russell
Director, RECOVER Injury Research Centre
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Ms Amelia Ince, Administration Officer
Associate Professor Geoff Argus
Director, Southern Queensland Rural Health
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Irena Pinter, Executive Support Assistant
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