Alan Woods

Alan Woods is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health and medical research. Currently serving as the Assistant Director of the Translation and Commercialisation Section at the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care since August 2023, Alan previously held multiple roles at Cancer Australia from March 2012 to August 2023, including Assistant Director of Data and Acting Director of Research and Clinical Trials. Alan's background includes positions such as Senior Project Officer at Cancer Australia, Project Officer at Monash Institute of Medical Research, and Laboratory Practices Consultant at Bionic Vision Australia. Additionally, Alan has served as a Senior Scientist at Australian Tissue Engineering Centre Limited and as a Research Officer at both Bernard O'Brien Institute of Microsurgery and The Heart Research Institute. Alan began a career as a Scientist at CSIRO Animal Production. Alan holds a PhD in Microbiology/Biochemistry from Monash University.