Robert Sinclair

Robert Sinclair is a Professor of Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Clemson University, serving as graduate program coordinator for the Department of Psychology’s PhD and MS programs. He holds affiliations with the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences and the Department of Psychology. His academic journey includes degrees from the University of Maine at Farmington (B.A., 1990), Wayne State University (M.S. and Ph.D., 1992 and 1995), and prior faculty positions at Portland State University (2000–2008) and the University of Tulsa (1995–1999).

Research focuses on occupational health psychology, emphasizing economic stressors (job insecurity, income adequacy), organizational climate, and military resilience. He co-edited key texts like Building Psychological Resilience in Military Personnel (2013) and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Occupational Health Science. His work spans peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Journal of Occupational Health Psychology and Group and Organization Management.

Awards include Fellowships from APA and SIOP, the Distinguished Contribution to Occupational Health Psychology Award (2011), and numerous grants. Sinclair mentors doctoral students and teaches courses on organizational psychology and occupational health. Professional service includes editorial roles and SOHP leadership. Personal interests include music, sports, and a passion for guitar.