Julie Phillips has a strong background in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, having worked as the CEO and Director of start-up Australian biotechnology companies operating in the life sciences sector. Her technical background is in clinical trials, regulatory affairs and pharmacoeconomic assessment/pricing of therapeutics. From 2014-2020, she was chair of AusBiotech Ltd, the peak biotechnology industry association in Australia. Julie was a member of the federal government Industry Innovation and Science Australia’s (IISA) R&D Incentives Committee from 2015 and as chair from 2019-2024. She is CEO and Director of BioDiem Ltd. She is also a member of the Council of the University of Newcastle, and chairs its People and Culture Committee.