John Carlin appointed Emeritus Professor at the University of Melbourne
Congratulations to Professor John Carlin who has been appointed Emeritus Professor at the University of Melbourne. This appointment recognising his decades of leadership in biostatistics, public health research, and capacity‑building across Australia and internationally.
John's contributions span methodological innovation, major national cohort studies, and the development of research infrastructure that continues to shape Australian population health science. As a founding figure in the Melbourne biostatistics community, he played a pivotal role in establishing and strengthening ViCBiostat and mentoring generations of emerging biostatisticians.
His emeritus appointment acknowledges both his scholarly impact and his long-standing commitment to collaborative, high‑quality methodological research. It also ensures his continued involvement in advancing biostatistical practice and supporting research networks.
