Taryn Ambrosi is a Research Fellow at the Neuropsychiatric Epidemiology Research Unit (NERU) in the University of Western Australia (UWA) School of Population and Global Health.

She is a biostatistician with a background in engineering and mathematics that provides a strong foundation of analytical, programming and problem-solving skills.  Her current work uses linked register and longitudinal survey data to assess mortality and physical health comorbidity in a national cohort of people with high impact psychosis, with the goal of improving their health outcomes.  Taryn’s research interests include reproductive pathology, perinatal mental health and the epidemiology of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.  Before joining NERU, Taryn worked in statistical consulting and mechanical engineering roles in the private sector.