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University of Sydney researchers to inform government on jobs, skills and immigration

Three University of Sydney academics have had their research expertise recognised with appointments to councils informing Australian government policy in the critical areas of jobs and skilled immigration policy.
Professor Rae Cooper

Professor Rae Cooper

Professor has been appointed to the Jobs and Skills Australia Ministerial Advisory Board by the Hon. Brendan O’Connor MP, Minister for Skills and Training.

Associate Professors and were recently appointed to the Ministerial Advisory Council on Skilled Migration as members of the expert sub-committee to advise the Hon. Andrew Giles MP, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs.

Associate Professor Anna Boucher

Associate Professor Anna Boucher

Associate Professors and were recently appointed to the Ministerial Advisory Council on Skilled Migration as members of the expert sub-committee to advise the Hon. Andrew Giles MP, Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs

“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to bring my research expertise to my work with Jobs and Skills Australia,” Professor Cooper said.

“Labour market analysis, policy development and government investment in national skills infrastructure require close attention to gendered workforce dynamics, job quality and challenges in career navigation. These are key concerns of mine and of our .”

Associate Professor Chris F Wright

Associate Professor Chris F Wright

Associate Professor Boucher said it was a significant time in history to be advising on the government agenda regarding immigration.

“The Parkinson review in 2023 followed by the Migration Strategy was the largest in 35 years, so this is a pivotal time for immigration in Australia. It’s an honour to be part of the first expert sub-committee established to bring evidence-based analysis and advice to this policy setting.”

Associate Professor Wright added: “Skilled migration policy is complex and often highly politicised. I’m honoured to be given the opportunity to draw upon the University of Sydney’s respected expertise in this area to inform government decision making.”

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