Thomas Jurkiewicz
Researcher
Thomas is an experienced researcher and critical thinker with approximately 10 years’ experience in higher education and more recently in the not-for-profit sector. He is a highly capable interpreter of qualitative data and takes pleasure in excavating the detail of research questions, publishing and presenting at conferences internationally. His key skills include quantitative and qualitative research, interpretation of data, identifying key insights, attention to detail and writing.
In the time since joining SkillsIQ, Thomas has been investigating the economics and workforce characteristics of the care and support economy, working closely with key stakeholders and leading independent statistical analyses. Through this work, Thomas has developed an in-depth understanding of the workforce and training challenges faced by a number of industries, including attraction and retention issues faced by the care and support industry as a whole.
Previously, Thomas worked as a researcher at The University of Sydney, however he continues to teach at the university postgraduate programs in professional editing and writing. He also has long experience teaching in adult education settings both in Australia and abroad.
He holds a Doctor of Philosophy, a Master of English Studies, and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Sydney as well as a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales.