Executive Team

Sherman is Head of Research Operations at Wesley Research Institute and is responsible for the strategic planning and operation of the Clinical Trials Centre, Biobank, Research Office and Research Programs.

Sherman holds a Bachelor of Science with first-class honours and a University Medal, and a PhD in translational research. He has held roles at Microba Life Sciences a Brisbane-based ASX-listed biotech, and was part of the leadership team at Nucleus Network – an early-stage clinical trials site for some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.

He is trained in Good Clinical Practice, is a certified PRINCE2 Practitioner, and has a track record in driving tangible change for research organisations, helping to improve their culture and performance.

He contributes his spare time to the greater good through being a Board Director of the Australian Clinical Trials Alliance (ACTA), Co-Chair to the Clinical and Consumer Advisory Group of the $75m Australian Teletrials Program, Co-Chair to the Clinical Trials Advocacy Working Group of the Queensland Clinical Trials Consortium (QCTC), former member of the Metro North Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC), and Editorial Board for ‘Trials’ – a journal promoting all aspects of trials including methods, processes and non-significant outcomes for transparency in the field.

Josh is the Research Manager at Wesley Research Institute, and his portfolio includes supporting investigator-led research projects as well as providing strategic and administrative support for the Institute. 

With 7 years of experience in the research sector, Josh is responsible for supporting Wesley Research Institute researchers, as well as UnitingCare clinical researchers, to deliver exceptional research outcomes. This includes support with grant applications, contractual requirements and navigating various policies and procedures such as ethics and governance. Josh also plays a key role in administering internally and externally funded projects.  

Emma is the Senior Grants and Compliance Specialist at Wesley Research Institute, and her portfolio includes supporting investigator-led research projects and sponsored clinical trials.

With over 10 years’ experience in the research sector, Emma is responsible for ensuring that all research studies conducted at Wesley Research Institute meet rigorous quality standards and adhere to strict ethical guidelines. Emma plays a critical role in supporting the development of research proposals and applications to both internal and external funding bodies. In addition, she is also responsible for managing all aspects of clinical trial start-up activity and ongoing monitoring.

Brinda is a Clinical Trials Start Up Assistant at the Wesley Research Institute who holds a Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science and Public Health), and a Master of Pharmaceutical Industry Practice from the University of Queensland. In her current role, she provides support in all operational aspects of clinical trial start-up activity while ensuring regulatory compliance. Passionate about driving medical innovation, she leverages her scientific expertise and industry knowledge to facilitate efficient study initiation and compliant trial processes. 

Paula is working as a Research Administration Assistant at Wesley Research Institute. She has a background in the Fast Moving Consumable Goods (FMCG) industry and the Health and Fitness industry. Paula has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) and a Bachelor of Business (Marketing). Paula has played an important role in supporting the Ataxia-Telangiectasia research team.