Episode 20 (Mitch Adams)

A special episode with Kids Rehab's own Research Operations Manager. 

Today we highlight the team based approach to modern research - with a focus on project management and tales of research endeavours. With pearls of wisdom that highlight what to look for in making research happen smoothly (and to learn from the missteps that can cause hiccups).

As part of the Kids Rehab team at Telethon Kids Institute and Perth Children's Hospital, Mitch provides operational support to the research team including financial, data, and program management. It was a pleasure to speak with Mitch about projects past and present and how a Project/Operations Manager can assist with and enhance your research project.

Mitch has a Bachelor of Laws from Australian National University (Canberra) and a Master of Science in Economics from Gothenburg University (Sweden). Prior to joining Kids Rehab, Mitch was a manager for Social Ventures Australia's consulting team, where he advised for-purpose organisations around Australia on using strategy and evaluation to improve social impact. Before that, Mitch was a senior program manager for international development assistance programs in South East Asia and the Pacific.

With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in project and operations management, the role Mitch plays in making "research work" is a vital one. Listening to this episode could very well highlight some logistical operational needs and requirements that you may not have thought of previously and this insight can only help to make your research project a smoother experience for you and your team.

We hope you enjoy a behind the scenes look at what makes Research Work!