Qualitative Analysis: Positionality and Reflexivity with Dr Kennedy Borle

Join us in November for an interactive workshop on positionality and reflexivity, as part of the Qualitative Data Analysis series.

Qualitative researchers do not enter the research process as neutral observers. Our identities, experiences, values and assumptions shape the questions we ask, the relationships we build, the interpretations we make, and the knowledge we produce. Developing a reflexive research practice requires ongoing attention to these influences throughout the research process.

In this session, Dr Kennedy Borle will explore the concepts of positionality and reflexivity, drawing on her experience as a genetic counsellor, researcher and educator. Participants will consider how their personal and professional identities shape their research and explore strategies for engaging in meaningful reflexive practice.

This workshop will be relevant to researchers across disciplines and career stages who are interested in conducting thoughtful, rigorous and reflexive qualitative research.

Learning Outcomes:

• Describe the concepts of positionality and reflexivity and their role in qualitative research

• Reflect on how personal, professional and social identities shape the research process

• Identify strategies for incorporating reflexivity into research design, data collection and analysis

• Critically examine the role of the researcher in knowledge production

Events in the 2026 Qualitative Data Analysis series 

• Thematic Analysis - Big Q and little q – Tuesday 24 February 2026 | Recording available

• The art of interpretation – Tuesday 24 March 2026 | Recording available

• Qualitative Analysis: Range and Scope - Tuesday 21 April 2026 | Recording available

• Post-qualitative analysis – Tuesday 26 May 2026 | Recording available 

• Drop-in Qualitative Data Analysis Clinic 1 – Tuesday 23 June 2026, 12:00pm – 1:30pm 

• Drop-in Qualitative Data Analysis Clinic 2 – Tuesday 25 August 2026, 12:00pm – 1:30pm 

• Mixed Methods with Dr Stephanie White – Tuesday 20 October, 12:00pm – 1:30pm 

This is a UTS Aspire event. UTS Aspire is a program of pan-university research development opportunities led by the Research Capability and Development Team. 

Please note that AI transcription bots in attendance will be removed from the online session. As you have already registered for the session, you will receive a copy of the recording once it is published.