Researchers recognised with academic promotions
Four health services researchers have been recognised in Macquarie University's 2026 Academic Promotions Round.
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Chrissy Clay
The Australian Institute of Health Innovation (AIHI) is proud to celebrate the success of researchers who have been promoted in Macquarie University's 2026 Academic Promotions Round.
Effective from 1 January 2027, the promotions recognise their outstanding contributions across research, teaching, engagement and service and their commitment to improving health systems and patient outcomes.
- Promotion to Senior Lecturer (Level C): Dr Ying Wang
- Promotion to Lecturer (Level B):
These promotions acknowledge the significant achievements of Dr Wang, Dr Meulenbroeks, Dr Pagano and Dr Rana, whose work is helping to shape safer, higher-quality and more effective healthcare in Australia and internationally.
AIHI Directors Professor Jeffrey Braithwaite, Professor Enrico Coiera, Professor Johanna Westbrook and Professor Henry Cutler congratulated the researchers on this important career milestone.
"Their achievements reflect not only individual excellence, but also the collaborative culture that underpins AIHI's research and impact," said Professor Braithwaite, Founding Director of AIHI.
The promotions recognise sustained contributions to advancing knowledge, building research capability, engaging with industry and policy partners and supporting the next generation of health researchers.