Archive for 'Our People'

Dr Paul Willis is a respected leader in the science community, and takes up his appointment at RiAus as the next step in an impressive career in science. Dr Willis' early interest in dinosaurs and fossils lead him to Sydney University to study zoology and geology, then on to further studies ... Continue Reading »

Bradley joins RiAus as a senior executive with significant experience in the not for profit sector. His career started with CPA Australia in the area of small business policy, before he was appointed General Manager of Swimming SA in 1997 leading up to the Sydney Olympics. Approached to take over the SPARC ... Continue Reading »

Diana joined RiAus in May 2013 and brings with her more than two decades of international strategic sales and marketing experience in commercial and not-for-profit organisations. Diana has a global business network and expertise in business association management at executive level. Originally from Belgium, Diana moved to Adelaide in 2002. Past roles ... Continue Reading »

Steven was born and raised in South Australia and is proud to share the same initials. At the end of the last century he spent four years majoring in photography at the South Australian School of Art and subsequently worked for five years as a tutor in art theory at ... Continue Reading »

Adelaide-born Bianca travelled extensively and worked in London and the US before joining RiAus, attracted to working with a new organisation and in an area she had not previously considered. As well as being its first point of contact for venue hire clients, she brings her organisational skills to her ... Continue Reading »

Lisa obtained her Bachelor of Biotechnology at Flinders University and a PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Adelaide. She is passionate about science, and about promoting public understanding of science and technology - not just to produce new scientists but to produce citizens who can make their own informed ... Continue Reading »

James completed his PhD in Microbial Pathogenesis in 2012 where he worked primarily on determining how the molecular machinery on bacterial surfaces allows them to infect humans. While still completing his PhD James accepted a teaching role and was appointed an Associate Lecturer which honed his communication skills in preparation ... Continue Reading »

Jamie-lee brings substantial administrative experience to her role at RiAus. She has qualifications in human resources and business management, and has worked as an office manager, executive assistant and administration officer in fields as diverse as chartered accountancy, retail, technology, construction, community rehabilitation, local government and industry. At the Science ... Continue Reading »

Francene’s career has taken her on an exciting journey working in marketing and public relations fields in organisations with a strong Adelaide focus, including the Royal Adelaide Show, SA Tourism, Adelaide’s Commonwealth Games Bid, the Australian Trade Commission and the Classic Adelaide Rally, before setting up her own business consultancy. Francene ... Continue Reading »

After completing a PhD in Reproductive Biology at the University of Adelaide, Steve escaped the laboratory and found a new life in the wonderful world of media and entertainment. After an industry initiation at 20thCentury Fox, he then helped establish Occidental Films and has since gained experience writing, directing and ... Continue Reading »

Julie comes to RiAus with extensive sponsorship and marketing experience in the not-for-profit sector, working for Surf Life Saving SA and the Royal Adelaide Show. After returning from living abroad with her husband and two young boys, Julie has been inspired by the children’s museums specialising in science communication, which she ... Continue Reading »

Ben is a recent graduate from the University of South Australia with a PhD in skin cancer biology and molecular pharmacology, having already completed a degree in biotechnology and qualifications in research commercialisation. Having been involved in teaching and public engagement activities for UniSA during his PhD, as well as ... Continue Reading »

Tania has a Junior Primary/Primary Teaching degree with Honours from the University of South Australia.  Having become interested in teacher education, epistemology and philosophy for children she went on to complete a PhD focusing on the reasoning, or epistemological levels, of pre-service teachers.  Primarily, her research focused on how pre-service ... Continue Reading »

Tammi is the first point of contact at RiAus, and her working career boasts a strong customer service focus. An excellent communicator and listener, Tammi also brings strong problem solving skills to her role. Her professionalism and confidence reflect her extensive experience in customer interaction. Prior to joining the team at ... Continue Reading »

Carol hails from the UK where she trained in information graphics and advertising, emerging a problem solver with a penchant for type. She is an experienced designer with more than 10 years industry experience, over half that time working directly with blue chip clients across all sectors on all manner ... Continue Reading »

Kiran graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science (majoring in Ecology and Zoology) and a Bachelor of Arts (majoring in English). While completing her undergraduate degrees she worked as an Environmental Assessment Consultant, reporting on the impact of new developments on native vegetation. Upon ... Continue Reading »

Alyssa relocated from Alice Springs in 2003, and has since travelled widely.  She completed a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of South Australia in 2006, and is a fully qualified CPA. Following graduation, she worked in public practice for three years. Alyssa joined the RiAus team shortly after its ... Continue Reading »