Associate ProfessorJulie Mooney-Somers

Julie Mooney-Somers is Associate Professor of Qualitative Research in Health and Director of the Master of Public Health. She also holds an adjunct position at the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, La Trobe University.

Her work focuses on improving health equity through research, education and collaboration with communities, health services and policymakers. Her research examines the relationships between sex, gender, sexuality and health, with particular expertise in women's health, LGBTQ+ health, sexual and reproductive health, and alcohol and other drug use. Using qualitative, participatory and community-engaged approaches, she generates evidence that informs policy, practice and health system improvement.

Julie contributes to the development of the public health workforce through postgraduate education, professional development and research training. As Director of the Master of Public Health, she provides leadership in curriculum, assessment and educational innovation within one of Australia's largest postgraduate public health programs.