Mrs Elizabeth O'Brien
Professional Services
Current positions
RKE Communications Manager
Biography
Elizabeth works at the intersection of academia, industry and the wider community, translating complex research into clear, engaging stories that demonstrate real-world impact.
She leads on strategic communications that showcase the University’s research strengths, support knowledge exchange activity and raise the profile of academic expertise across media, digital channels and stakeholder networks.
Collaborating closely with researchers, external partners and senior leaders, Elizabeth develops compelling narratives that highlight innovation, collaboration and community benefit, ensuring that research not only reaches new audiences but also informs policy, practice and public understanding.