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Professor Iain Styles

Professor of Computer Science, School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.

Iain is a Professor of Computer Science within the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.

Iain's role is multifaceted and varied as cross-disciplinary researcher, teacher and leader.

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Patricia McIlroy

Marketing and Communications Manager, Careers, Employability & Skills (CES).

Patricia is a member of the Careers, Employability & Skills (CES) team in the Student and Campus Experience Directorate, helping to support students on their career journey. 

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Suzanne Walsh

Talent and Capability Consultant, People and Culture Directorate.

Suzanne is a member of the Organisational Development Team within People and Culture, supporting talent and career development opportunities for staff across the University.

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Richard Collis

Clerical Assistant, Queen's Sport

As part of the Inclusive Employment Scheme, Richard Collis from the Orchardville Society has been working in an Admin Support role at Queen’s Sport. Orchardville support adults with a learning disability or autism to find the right job and keep it using the model of Supported Employment.

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Richard Collis, Queen's Sport
Daniela Tatarkova

Clerical Assistant, School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work

Daniela was recently a Clerical Assistant in the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work on a placement as part of the Inclusive Employment Scheme at Queen's.

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Daniela Tatarkova, SSESW
Stephen Jones

Joint University and Colleges Neighbourhood Officer, Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility Directorate.

Stephen is a member of the Neighbourhood Engagement Team within Public Engagement, supporting students living within our local community and promoting good relations with local residents and community groups.

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Stephen Jones, Neighbourhood Engagement Team
Dr Eiman Abdel Meguid

Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences

Dr Eiman Abdel Meguid is a Senior Lecturer (Education) in the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences.

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Dr Eiman Abdel Meguid, Queen's University Belfast
Professor Judy Williams

Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students)

As Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education and Students, Professor Judy Williams is responsible for steering the University’s education strategy, including maintaining oversight of educational performance and ensuring the highest standard of student learning experience and an environment and culture of innovation in pedagogy and educational enhancement.

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Professor Judy Williams
Dr Gemma Catney

Senior Lecturer in Human Geography

Dr Gemma Catney is a Senior Lecturer in Human Geography in the School of Natural and Built Environment.

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Professor David Thompson

Professor of Nursing

Professor David Thompson is Professor of Nursing in the School of Nursing and Midwifery.

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Professor David Thompson under the clock tower in Queen's quadrangle, March 2023
Professor Ruth Hunter

Professor of Public Health and Planetary Health

Professor Ruth Hunter is Professor of Public Health and Planetary Health in the Centre for Public Health, School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences

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Professor Graeme Swindles

Professor of Physical Geography

Professor Graeme Swindles is Professor of Physical Geography and Director of Geography, Archaeology & Palaeoecology in the School of Natural and Built Environment.

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Dr Bronagh Byrne

Senior Lecturer (Social Policy)

Dr Bronagh Byrne is a Senior Lecturer (Social Policy) and Programme Director of the MSc Children's Rights in the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work.

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Dr Bronagh Byrne standing in the upper landing above the School of SSESW foyer
Professor Hans Vandierendonck

Professor of High-Performance and Data-Intensive Computing

Professor Hans Vandierendonck is Professor of High-Performance and Data-Intensive Computing in the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and the Institute of Electronics, Communications and Information Technology.

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Professor Hans Vandierendonck - November 2022
Dr Liang Wang

Language Support Officer, Information Services

Based in the McClay Library, Liang performs a dual academic and professional support role for the University, centred around language support.

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Liang Wang
Caoilfhionn Kirk

Business Support Analyst, Academic and Student Affairs Directorate

Having worked in various clerical roles across the University, Caoilfhionn is now a Business Support Analyst with Qsis Services in the Academic and Student Affairs Directorate.

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Caoilfhionn Kirk
Sara Lynch

Head of Sustainability, Estates Directorate

As Head of Sustainability in the Estates Directorate at Queen's University Belfast, Sara Lynch leads the University's expanded Sustainability Team, overseeing the development of the University’s sustainability strategy. As a member of the Estates Senior Management team, Sara is responsible for improving the University's sustainability performance across all activities, driving cultural and behavioural change throughout the campus and community.

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Sara Lynch, Head of Sustainability
Dr Alice Dubois

Manager, Postdoctoral Development Centre

Dr Alice Dubois leads Queen’s Postdoctoral Development Centre (PDC) which ensures that postdoctoral researchers across Queen's are equipped with the support and guidance they need to enable them to fulfil their potential.

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Dr Alice Dubois
Dan Reid

Technician, School of Natural and Built Environment

Dan is a technician in the School of Natural and Built Environment, providing electrical based technical support for students and research projects.

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Dr Conor McCormick

Lecturer, School of Law

Dr Conor McCormick is a lecturer in the School of Law, where his work focuses on constitutional and administrative law.

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Dr Jamie Hagen

Lecturer, School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics

Dr Jamie Hagen a lecturer in International Relations in the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics and co-director of the Centre for Gender in Politics at Queen's.

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Sally Bridge

Borrower Services Librarian, Information Services

Sally is Borrower Services Librarian in the McClay Library, looking after the Ground Floor team during the day, evening and weekend. She is also a Representative on the University's Staff Forum and co-chairs PRISM, Queen's LGBT+ staff network.

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Martin Mooney

Head of Portering, Estates Directorate

Martin is Head Porter in the Estates Directorate, overseeing the day-to-day workings of the portering department.

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Craig Jackson

Technician, School of Arts, English and Languages

Craig is a technician in the School of Arts, English and Languages, providing technical support throughout the School's facilities and for research projects and events.

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Peter McCullough

Clerical Assistant, School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics

Peter McCullough is a Clerical Assistant in the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics (HAPP) on a placement as part of the Inclusive Employment Scheme at Queen's.

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Professor Peter Robertson

Professor, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

Professor Peter Robertson is Professor of Chemical Engineering in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. An expert in energy and environmental engineering, his research focuses primarily around photocatalysis – the use of light to create and accelerate reactions – and its applications for solving key energy and societal challenges, including water decontamination and sustainable energy. Peter is also Chair of Queen's Change Management Group.

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Kirsty McLaughlin

Technician, Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology

Kirsty is a technician and 3rd floor laboratory manager in CCRCB, ensuring that the laboratory runs efficiently and safely. She provides appropriate training in equipment and research techniques, ensuring Health and Safety compliance, and supporting research grants and projects in the Colorectal Cancer Research laboratory. Kirsty also participates in public engagement in CCRCB, providing laboratory tours, and open days.

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