Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
Jane Skillen is an experienced Occupational Health and Safety professional, currently serving as the Occupational Health and Safety Advisor at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine since June 2023. Prior to this role, Jane held various positions within the Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria, including Senior Safety Advisor and OHS Team Leader, where responsibilities included compliance assessments, incident investigations, and OHS management system implementation. Jane's career also includes roles as an OHS Officer at the CPSU SPSF Group Victorian Branch, and earlier positions in education and veterinary management, showcasing a diverse background that combines operational support, health and safety compliance, and leadership. Jane holds multiple relevant qualifications, including a Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety and an Advanced Diploma in Work, Health and Safety.
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Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
As an institution focused on forensic medicine and related sciences, we serve the community and the courts. Our statutory responsibilities are to provide independent, expert forensic medical and scientific services to the justice system, tissue for transplantation, and to teach and to undertake research. The VIFM provides the justice system with evidence to underpin safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors help investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and assess, treat and support victims of crime. The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues for transplantation and medical research. Our Motto: Veritas Omnia Vincit – Truth Conquers All Our Vision: To advance our role as a reliable and innovative leader in the world of forensic medicine and science. Our Mission: As an independent institute underpinned by ethical principles and a committment to exclellence, our purpose is to: • provide forensic medical and related services to the Victorian public and justice system • contribute more broadly to justice in, and the health and safety of, communities in Australia and overseas • increase knowledge through teaching and research, and • enable the provision of high quality human tissue grafts for transplantation.