Leanne Rooney

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Bio

Leanne Rooney has over 30 years of experience in financial management and research administration and supports the full spectrum of research and institutional grants at ECU, from faculty-led awards to large partnered and applied research initiatives, by securing and stewarding funding. Drawing on experience in both academia and industry, her work focuses on building sustainable research ecosystems through strong financial stewardship, effective administrative systems and cross-sector collaboration. She supports researchers at all stages and across disciplines, helping create the conditions for rigorous, creative and impactful research.