Melissa Vink

Melissa Vink is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Social, Health and Organisational Psychology, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Utrecht University. Her research combines psychological and sociological perspectives to address diversity and inclusion challenges in organizations and relationships.

• Focuses on organizational diversity policies
• Analyzes relationship dynamics affecting career choices
• Examines social safety in workplace environments

Her work compares traditional and non-traditional couples, investigating how status hierarchies impact psychological well-being. Recent publications explore pandemic-related professional identity threats and gender gaps in parental leave intentions. She received a competitive fellowship in 2023 for her research on gender role socialization.

• Collaborates with societal partners
• Active in policy communication research
• PhD thesis focused on gender stereotypes in relationships