Louise Byrne
About Louise Byrne
Louise Byrne is an Adjunct Assistant Professor with a Doctor of Philosophy in Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. She currently lectures at Yale University and serves as a Vice-Chancellor’s Senior Research Fellow at RMIT University.
Work at Yale University
Louise Byrne has held multiple positions at Yale University. She began as a Visiting Research Fellow in 2018 for a duration of three months. In 2019, she transitioned to a Lecturer role, where she has been teaching for five years. Additionally, she has served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor since 2021, contributing to the academic environment in New Haven, Connecticut.
Current Role at RMIT University
Since 2020, Louise Byrne has been serving as the Vice-Chancellor’s Senior Research Fellow at RMIT University in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. In this role, she engages in research initiatives that align with the university's strategic goals and contributes to the academic community.
Education and Expertise
Louise Byrne completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions at CQUniversity from 2010 to 2014. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in mental health, which informs her research and teaching practices.
Previous Experience in Mental Health
Prior to her current roles, Louise Byrne worked in various capacities related to mental health. She served as a Recovery Consultant at Queensland Health in 2010 for 11 months. Additionally, she worked at CQUniversity Australia as a Lived Experience in Mental Health academic from 2009 to 2017, where she contributed to the understanding of mental health issues.
Research Fellowships at RMIT University
Louise Byrne held the position of RMIT Fulbright Fellow and Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellow at RMIT University from 2017 to 2020. During this period, she focused on research that aimed to advance knowledge in her field and foster collaboration within the academic community.