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Our team

Our Executive Team

At the heart of our passion for research

At Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI), we bring the brightest minds together to transform the health and wellbeing of our communities. Our ecosystem is made up of more than 1,700 researchers, staff and students who all share a spirit of dedication and curiosity.

Our staff are here to lead and enable researchers and students to undertake medical research. Our team provides vital services that support researchers, from data sciences, health economics and clinical trials, imaging, grant development and more.

Executive Team

Frances Kay Lambkin
Institute Director and CEO

Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin

Brian Jones
Chief Operating Officer

Brian Jones

Emma Konik
Chief Strategy and Performance Officer

Emma Konik

Todd Williams
Chief Research Partnerships Officer

Todd Williams

Dr Tegan Smith
Chief Information and Digital Transformation Officer

Dr Tegan Smith

Associate Professor Penny Reeves
Chief Research Excellence and Integration Officer (Acting)

Associate Professor Penny Reeves

Nicki Hodyl
Chief of Research Translation and Healthcare Improvement

Associate Professor Nicki Hodyl

Janine-Matthews
Senior Executive Assistant

Janine Matthews