Dr. Patricia Cullen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Patricia Cullen is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Population Health, University of Sydney. With a focus on public health, she conducts research aimed at strengthening health and social systems to prevent and respond to violence and abuse related to early life adversity. As a clinical psychology registrar and educator, Cullen integrates research with practice, facilitating the adoption of trauma- and violence-informed care in everyday health, education, and community services. Her research employs implementation science, co-design processes, and cohort studies to develop and test approaches that build evidence for prevention, early intervention, and recovery models of care. Cullen's work supports organizations in fostering supportive cultures, developing workforce capabilities, and implementing peer-led initiatives that promote collective care in safe and inclusive environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Conducting research in public health and clinical psychology with a focus on trauma-informed care.

Awards

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Emerging Leader Publication Award

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Early Career Teaching Award

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Faculty Educational Excellence Award

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Faculty Education Innovation Team Award

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Research Action Award

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Student Abstract Award

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.