Dr Dianne Ruka has extensive experience in scientific research, project and research management, science outreach, event coordination, finance and operations, as well as teaching and learning.

Joining the Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI), Monash University as Institute Manager in 2024, Dr Ruka previously worked as the Centre Manager of the ARC Training Centre for Cell and Tissue Engineering Technologies within the Faculty of Engineering.

Completing a PhD in Materials Engineering at CSIRO and Monash University, Dr Ruka went on to become a Project Manager of SEAMS (Strengthening Engagement and Achievements in Mathematics and Sciences), a collaborative program led by Monash University and the University of Melbourne. She later held the role of Senior Education and Training Coordinator at the ARC Centre of Excellence in Future Low-Energy Electronics Technologies.

As Manager, Office of the Director, Dr Ruka focuses on operational matters for the Institute. She is interested in interdisciplinary research, data analysis and presentation, science communication, STEM education and training and research management.