Rachel Parker

Rachel Parker is a prominent academic with extensive experience in research translation and innovation. Currently serving as Professor and Executive Director of Research Translation and Impact at The University of Queensland since June 2020, Rachel also holds the position of Director at the Global Change Institute. Prior to this, Rachel was with Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where from November 2019 to June 2022, responsibilities included Director of the Centre for METS Business Innovation and Director of Strategic Growth. Rachel's role at QUT began in December 2018 as Professor of Innovation Studies and Director of the Centre for METS Business Innovation.