Professor Larissa Bamberry is the Associate Head of the School of Business and a leading expert in gender and employment relations. She Larissa Bamberry examines how work is changing and how gendered dynamics shape labour markets, workplace culture and organisational resilience.

Her research provides critical insight into wellbeing, occupational violence and leadership in frontline and first‑responder settings, informed by partnerships with emergency services, industry groups and regional development bodies.

She also investigates gender inequality in male‑dominated trades, the barriers facing women in construction and mining, and the support needs of trauma‑exposed workers.

With senior public‑sector experience in labour market and women’s policy, she is a sought‑after commentator on workplace safety, gender equity and regional employment challenges.