This post is part of the Meet the ETCL Team series, which introduces the wonderful people who work in the lab and who have worked with us in the past.
Jason is Director of Competitive Intelligence & Analytics at Western Sydney University, where he leads initiatives in digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and academic innovation. With a background in communication studies, information science, and Australian cultural studies, his research spans digital humanities, book history and open scholarship. In September 2024, he rejoined the lab (ETCL) as a visiting scholar to further contribute to research in digital humanities and open scholarship.
Jason has published widely on the Australian book trade, digital heritage, and data-informed research methodologies. His current work explores how digital tools can enhance scholarly communication and support interdisciplinary collaboration. He is particularly interested in the role of universities as public institutions dedicated to serving the common good. This includes advocating for the vital contributions of the arts and (digital) humanities in addressing 
misinformation through critical thinking, media literacy and informed civic engagement. He emphasises the importance of open access to knowledge and the role of digital scholarship in making research more transparent, inclusive and impactful.
Throughout his career, Jason has held various leadership positions, including Associate Director of Data Automation, Transformation & Architecture, and Associate Librarian for Resources & Digital Services. In these roles, he led major initiatives in data infrastructure, digital user experience, and strategic research support.
Beyond his administrative and research contributions, Jason is deeply engaged in fostering meaningful collaborations across disciplines. He values authentic engagement and actively seeks opportunities to connect with professionals who share an interest in digital scholarship, data governance, and knowledge exchange. His book, Angus & Robertson and the British Trade in Australian Books, 1930-1970 (Anthem Press), reflects his longstanding engagement with print culture and the intersection of literature and commerce.