Sarah Wainwright

Sarah is passionate about supporting research that delivers real‑world impact. She is an experienced research partnerships and commercialisation professional with a strong track record of enabling high‑impact scientific outcomes. In her previous role as Senior Research Commercial Manager at the University of Queensland, she led complex research agreements, supported multidisciplinary teams, and built strategic collaborations across government, industry, and community sectors. With this experience, Sarah can translate complex ideas into actionable strategies that support researchers and partners in achieving meaningful results.

Sarah holds a Master of Animal Science (Wildlife Biology), a Bachelor of Applied Science (Wildlife Science), and a Diploma of Project Management. She is also committed to culturally responsive practice, strengthened by comprehensive training in Indigenous engagement and ethical research.

Driven, collaborative, and purpose‑focused, Sarah combines scientific insight, commercial acumen, and people‑centred leadership to create value and support impactful research.