Following 8 years as a successful researcher at the UoM, Dr Nash transitioned to industry R&D where he has spent 24 years in a variety of research and executive positions. While his industry career commenced at R&D start-up company AMRAD he now holds the senior position of Chief Scientific Officer and Head of Research at CSL. In this role he provides overarching scientific leadership and is directly responsible for CSL’s global research activity. During his exemplary career he has had a significant impact in many exciting developments in biopharmaceutical research and has played an active role in supporting young scientists within Australia.