Women in Research

We know that fewer women than men progress to senior scientific or leadership positions. Women are also less likely to apply for senior research fellowships and more likely to leave their research careers altogether. While nearly 50 per cent of academics in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in Australia are women, that rate falls to only one in five at the highest academic levels.

The Kolling Institute is committed to providing a work environment that offers equal opportunities to everyone. We have programs for early career and clinician researchers, and we encourage more women in senior leadership roles.

As part of our commitment, the Kolling Institute has partnered with the Franklin Women’s mentorship program. We are one of four research institutes driving the Franklin Women’s initiative across NSW. This means there is more support for women in the early stages of their careers, and a greater focus on developing our future leaders within the Kolling. Our ultimate goal is to provide a workplace with diversity, different perspectives and innovative pathways.

Franklin Women is a community of women working in health and medical research related careers.

Our aim is to bring together like-minded women to create opportunities for networking, personal and professional development and career progression, both in and outside of academia.

https://franklinwomen.com.au/

Events, News and Seminars

Multi-million dollar grant to improve treatment for lung cancer

Multi-million dollar grant to improve treatment for lung cancer

Leading Royal North Shore Hospital clinician researcher Professor Nick Pavlakis and Professor Ben So..... Read more

Category: Funding support, Research Excellence

Beryl and Jack Jacobs Travel Awards offer crucial international opportunities
Obesity a leading cause of knee osteoarthritis

Obesity a leading cause of knee osteoarthritis

New research from the University of Sydney and the Kolling Institute reveals that obesity, having a ..... Read more

Category: Musculoskeletal Research, Research Excellence