Professor Rashmi Watson is a passionate and dedicated educator with over 30 years of experience across diverse educational contexts. She commenced teaching in the Northern Territory. 

Her career in higher education has included specialising in medical education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, health research training and undergraduate/postgraduate teaching degrees. Her interests in quality enhancement through supporting colleagues to develop their skills in learning, and curriculum design have been a high priority and keen interest.

She has previously worked across multiple education/health institutions (Fiona Stanley and Fremantle Hospital Group, TAFEWA, primary and secondary schooling ) as educator and consultant. This breadth of experience has provided her with a grounded, longitudinal perspective on learners, pedagogy, and theories of best practice in education.

As a female academic leader, Rashmi continues to champion inclusive and transformative approaches to teaching and learning, fostering environments that empower both students and educators. 

Rashmi’s contributions have been recognised through multiple accolades, including the Best Doctorate Award in the past two years (Murdoch Uni) and the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Postgraduate Teaching (UNDA).

She is also an invited speaker and consultant on all aspects of education and serves on various education boards and committees, where she influences practice at local, national, and international levels.