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William Craig Martin

1956 – 2016

Australian sociologist

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Lived 1956 – 2016 (aged 59–60). William Craig Martin was an Australian sociologist and social scientist.

William Craig Martin (13 September 1956 – 27 April 2016) was an Australian sociologist. He was Professor of Sociology at Flinders University and the University of Queensland and was an editor of the Journal of Sociology. His main research interests were in the sociology of work and employment. Martin completed a BA (Honours) at the Australian National University in 1977. He undertook a PhD at the University of Wisconsin–Madison under Iván Szelényi and Erik Olin Wright, his degree being conferred in 1988.

During his career Martin was an editor of the Journal of Sociology and treasurer of The Australian Sociological Association.

Death Martin died on 27 April 2016, after a short illness.

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Born
1956
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Nationality
Education
Australian National University, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Employers
University of Queensland, Flinders University, La Trobe University
Also known as
Bill Martin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Craig Martin?

Australian sociologist (1956-2016)

When was William Craig Martin born?

William Craig Martin was born in 1956.

When did William Craig Martin die?

William Craig Martin died on 27 April 2016.

What was William Craig Martin's occupation?

William Craig Martin was a sociologist and social scientist.

What nationality was William Craig Martin?

William Craig Martin was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Craig Martin

· Wikidata: Q21062173

· DBpedia: Bill Martin (sociologist)

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