Dr. Reyne Pullen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Reyne Pullen is a Senior Lecturer in Education-Focused Chemistry at the University of Sydney, with a rich background in education research and teaching. Initially focused on secondary education in science and mathematics, her career trajectory shifted towards higher education due to her experiences in educational research, particularly in chemistry teaching laboratories. Reyne's commitment to enhancing student experiences is evident in her current investigations aimed at engaging students in learning chemistry. Her employment history includes roles at the University of Tasmania and Taroona High School, which bolster her dedication to improving educational practices. Reyne specializes in utilizing modern technologies, like virtual reality, to create active learning environments and improve laboratory experiences, tailoring them to be relevant for students and future employers. She supports students transitioning from secondary to tertiary education, leveraging her past as a secondary science and mathematics teacher to embed self-regulated learning strategies in her courses. Reyne's scholarship extends to exploring the growing community of Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER) scholars, and her research aligns with the Faculty of Science’s focus on cultivating scientific capability. She has been recognized with multiple awards for her contributions to teaching and educational innovation, underscoring her significant impact on chemistry education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer (Chemistry, Education Focused)

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Lecturer (Chemistry, Education Focused)

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Teacher (Science/Mathematics, Secondary)

— Present

Taroona High School • Taroona, Australia

Awards

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MRACI CCHEM Advance Senior Fellowship

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Outstanding Teaching and Research

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Chemical Educator of the Year

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Vice Chancellor’s Early Career Teaching

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Vice Chancellor’s Recognition of Teaching Excellence

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Teacher-Researcher Fellowship

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Executive Dean’s Award for Development & Innovation in Learning & Teaching

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Japan Science Teacher Exchange

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Outstanding Community Engagement

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Outstanding Contribution to Service in Teaching

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.