About me

Dr Joanne Lisciandro is a Senior Lecturer in University Preparation Pathways at Murdoch University and has taught and researched in the field of enabling education for over ten years. Her current research interests focus on the scholarship of teaching and learning in enabling education; and understanding the mechanisms that support the wellbeing, retention, success and achievement of non-traditional students in their transition to university.

Her discipline knowledge in science (Biomedical Science/Immunology) and strong quantitative research background uniquely expands and strengthens the collective potential research outcomes within an interdisciplinary setting. Joanne's early publications relate to the field of her PhD studies (immunology), and she published four articles in high impact journals during her PhD candidature.

Awards

Vice Chancellor’s Living our Guiding Principles and Values Award
Murdoch University, WA, Australia, 2022
Vice Chancellor’s Citations for Excellence in Enhancing Learning
Murdoch University (Australia, Perth), 2016

Organisational Affiliations

Senior Lecturer, University Preparation Pathways, School of Education, Murdoch University

Executive Committee Member, National Association of Enabling Educators of Australia

Education

Learning and Teaching Certificate & Higher Education Academy (HEA) Fellowship
2015–2016, Murdoch University, WA, Australia
Neonatal Immunology
2008–2012, Doctor of Philosophy, University of Western Australia (Australia, Perth) - UWA

School of Paediatrics and Child Health

Double Major in Biomedical Science and Molecular Biology
2003–2006, Bachelor of Science (BS), Murdoch University (Australia, Perth)

First Class Honours