Professor Paula McDonald

Paula is Professor of Work and Organisation and Associate Dean Research in the QUT Business School. Paula’s research addresses the profound social implications arising from a globalised, ‘collaborative’ economy. Her work spans topics including education to work transitions; public/private boundaries; digital platform work; social media in employment; and precarious and vulnerable workers. Paula's research has actively shaped public debate through extensive industry and media engagement. She is a registered psychologist and a senior fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy.