Peter joined the Institute in 2025, bringing over two decades of leadership experience as a senior executive in the medical research and tertiary education sectors in Australia and globally. He has a proven track record in strategy development, governance, and operational excellence, with extensive expertise in leading large, multidisciplinary teams and overseeing substantial budgets.

Recognized for his ability to foster collaboration across academic, corporate, and government sectors, Peter is a respected authority in governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks. He remains committed to advancing the academic and research landscape, contributing to research institutions, universities, and socially driven non-profit organizations.

Peter holds MBA in Finance from UNSW Sydney Business School and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.