Emma Heffernan

Emma Heffernan is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in healthcare research and nursing. Currently serving as a Project Officer at the Health Research Board since May 2022, Emma has previously worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Dublin City University and held roles including Research Officer at the National Cancer Registry Ireland and Clinical Research Nurse at Trinity College Dublin. Emma has also contributed to clinical education as a Clinical Lecturer and Clinical Facilitator at Tallaght Hospital and Trinity College Dublin. Academic credentials include a Master of Public Health from University College Dublin, a PhD in Anthropology, a PGDip in Anthropology, and degrees in nursing from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and Trinity College Dublin.