Gemma Ashton

Experience

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  The Smith Family

  Aug 2002 - May 2004

  Project Officer
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  Australian Volunteers International

  May 2004 - Jun 2005

  Program Manager (Volunteer)
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  The University of Sydney

  Nov 2005 - Jun 2021

  Provide overall program management and leadership to drive the implementation of the Charles Perkin’s Centre strategy. Lead engagement with external industry partners for translation of research. Manages and oversees project organisation, workforce plans and budget of PMO. Manages stakeholders and communications, ensures effective collaboration and team work with other project teams and stakeholders across the Charles Perkins Centre and the University.

  • Program Manager

    Jan 2018 - Jun 2021

  • Senior Project Officer

    Feb 2013 - Jan 2018

  • Program Manager

    Oct 2009 - Jan 2013

  • Project Manager

    Nov 2005 - Oct 2009
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  UNSW

  Jun 2021 - now

  Chief Operating Officer

  The UNSW Institute of Health Engineering (IHealthE) has been created to support translation of disruptive medical technologies into commercial products and clinical pathways for everyday practice. IHealthE is supported through a generous philanthropic donation from the Tyree Foundation as well as from UNSW Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Medicine. Ultimately, IHealthE will increase UNSW’s contribution to social and economic impact through health innovation.As COO I am responsible for the financial management, administrative operations and strategic development of new opportunities for commercialisation and revenue generation. Show less