Dr Jane Rich is the Director of Research Operations and Partnerships with the Mental Health Innovation Team and an experienced research and operational leader with expertise in gender and health, mental health, public health, and clinical trials.

Holding a PhD in Gender and Health from the University of Newcastle, her work focuses on the intersection of gender, wellbeing, social inequity, and access to care across diverse communities. Jane has led large-scale research and implementation projects spanning women’s health, rural mental health, addiction, and workplace wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on translating evidence into practical impact. She has secured over $2.5 million in funding, authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications, and is recognised for strategic leadership, partnership development, and cross-sector collaboration that improves health and social outcomes.