Hannah Allan

Hannah Allan is a senior research management leader with 10 years of experience in the Australian higher education and research sector. She currently serves as Director of Research Services and Systems at Curtin University, where she leads strategic, people and systems-driven initiatives to strengthen research support, governance, and institutional capability. Elected President Elect of the Australasian Research Management Society (ARMS) in 2024 and President in 2025, Hannah represents research management professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, championing the recognition and development of research management professionals, advocating for sector collaboration and improvements, and contributing to national strategy. Prior to working in research, Hannah spent 15 years in leadership roles across the banking, finance, and logistics industries, building a strong foundation in operational leadership, service transformation, and stakeholder engagement. A Graduate of the A