Ruth Collier is the School’s Head of Research Communications. She showcases and translates the School’s research findings for policymakers and wide public audiences.

Ruth has worked in communications since 2001, in leadership positions 2007–2022 (stepping back from management into her current role at the start of 2023 for health reasons).

She was previously Director of External Relations at the Blavatnik School of Government (2018–2022); Director of Communications for the Francis Crick Institute (2016–2018); Head of Engagement and External Relations for the University of Reading (2013–2016); and Head of Press for the University of Oxford (2007–2013).

Ruth holds a first-class degree in English from the University of Oxford.