Professor Marion Eckert

Marion Eckert is a healthcare professional and academic known for her contributions to cancer nursing research and healthcare management. She currently holds the position of Foundation Director of the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre (RBRC) at the University of South Australia and serves as the Inaugural Professor of Cancer Nursing in South Australia at UniSA, in addition to being an Adjunct Professor at Flinders University. Her work has had a significant impact on nursing and midwifery research, and she has been instrumental in translating research findings into practical applications within the healthcare system.

Career and Achievements Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre (RBRC) Professor Eckert assumed the role of Foundation Director of the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre (RBRC) in 2016. Under her leadership, RBRC has achieved nearly $10 million in research funding. The center focuses on conducting high-impact nursing and midwifery research and applying evidence-based practices across the healthcare system for the benefit of communities and society.

Multidisciplinary Team Building Marion Eckert has established a robust multidisciplinary team at RBRC, bringing together experts in nursing, midwifery, epidemiology, behavioral science, biostatistics, psychosocial research, and health services evaluation. This diverse team has allowed her to conduct world-class research within a relatively short span of time.

Professional Background Marion Eckert's career in healthcare spans over 30 years, during which she has held various roles, including executive positions, in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors in South Australia. Her background is rooted in public health and acute healthcare services, with a particular focus on quality of life following chronic disease diagnoses, workforce health and wellbeing, and the integration of technology in healthcare, particularly concerning safety and risk management. Additionally, she is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Law (Honours).

Awards and Recognitions 2021: NHMRC “10 of the Best: Research Project: Cancer Data and Aboriginal Disparities – CANDAD, GNT1072243. Project Team: Brown A, Roder D, Cargo M, Keefe D, Eckert M, Farshid G. 2020: Finalist, Telstra Business Women’s Award. 2019: Appointed as Adjunct Professor at Flinders University of South Australia. 2017: Longlisted for the University of South Australia Staff Recognition Award in the Division of Health Sciences. Finalist in the South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards in the category of Leadership. 2016: Inaugural Director of the Rosemary Bryant AO Research Centre at the University of South Australia. 2015: Awarded the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust Fellowship. Awarded the Leslie Fleming Churchill Fellowship to gain knowledge for the development of a cancer survivorship monitoring tool for South Australia. 2014: Led a highly successful state advocacy campaign for Cancer Council SA, including initiatives such as Alfreso Smokefree dining, Tobacco TARPs, and smoke-free prisons. 2010: Winner of the SA Health Awards in the category of Excellence in Non-Clinical Services for the Health Journey of e-learning programs for all staff. Received Excellent Achievement recognition from the Centre for Nursing, Midwifery Education and Research for ACHS – EQUIP 4. 2009: Winner of the SA Health Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards in the category of Future Leader Award. Inaugural Statewide Cardiology Network Nurse Lead, achieving $311,000 in funding. 2008: Elected Member of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of South Australia, serving from 2008 to 2011. 2007: Awarded the position of Senior Lecturer (Academic Level C) at Flinders University of South Australia. Started teaching post-graduate programs at Flinders University of South Australia. 2006: Finalist in the South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards in the category of Nursing Clinical Practice – Metropolitan Acute Care. 2005: Appointed as a Clinical Associate Lecturer in the Department of Clinical Nursing at the University of Adelaide. Began teaching post-graduate programs at the University of Adelaide. Elected Member of the Nurses Board of South Australia, serving from 2005 to 2008. 2004: Nominated for the South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Award in the category of Clinical Practice – Metropolitan Acute Care.

Australasian Nursing and Midwifery Clinical Trials Network Marion Eckert is currently leading a groundbreaking initiative in partnership with 25 other universities across Australia and New Zealand. Together, they are establishing the first Australasian Nursing and Midwifery Clinical Trials Network. This network aims to enhance research capacity among nurses and midwives and conduct large-scale research projects that require collaboration among multiple partners. The research conducted through this network is strategically aligned with addressing healthcare service problems and priorities.

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