Jennifer Luke

Dr. Jennifer Luke is a Researcher in the School of Education at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ), specializing in career development, workforce trends, and sustainable communities. Her roles include research supervision, teaching courses like EMP2020 and EMP2030, and contributing to the Institute for Resilient Regions (IRR).

Education:

• Bachelor of Management (BMM) - Griffith University
• Postgraduate Certificate in Learning Development (PGCertLearnDev) - USQ
• Master of Education (MEd) - USQ
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - USQ

Research Focus: Dr. Luke explores career adaptability, aging workers, rural workforce challenges, and SDG-aligned employment policies. Key interests include decent work, meaningful employment, and future-of-work dynamics.

Media Engagement: Regular contributor to ABC News and podcasts on topics like AI’s impact on jobs, four-day workweeks, and quiet quitting. Hosted the Career Insights podcast series (13 episodes), discussing employability and career transitions.

Affiliations: Member of the Career Development Association of Australia (CDAA), National Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (NAGCAS), and Australian Association of Gerontology (AAG).