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Lora PhillipsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Inequality
• Housing loss
• Unemployment
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Lora Phillips is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Western Ontario, Canada. She holds a PhD in Sociology from The Ohio State University and previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Arizona State University. Her research focuses on inequality, material precarity, and their impacts on health and well-being, with particular attention to housing loss, unemployment, and disaster resilience. Phillips employs mixed-methods and community-engaged approaches, emphasizing actionable insights for social equity. Education: PhD in Sociology, The Ohio State University (2019); MA in Sociology (2013); BA in Sociology and Psychology (2012), Kent State University. Key Research Areas: Economic insecurity, heat resilience in mobile homes, food insecurity, aging workers, and urban sociology. Phillips has authored/co-authored peer-reviewed publications in Food Security , The Professional Geographer , and Work and Occupations . She has received grants from the National Science Foundation and the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust. Her work bridges academic research with community partnerships, aiming to address systemic inequalities through policy-relevant solutions. Notable Awards: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, Outstanding Masters Student Award (OSU). Grants: Over $130k in external and internal funding, including NSF and institutional fellowships. She currently serves as an affiliated researcher with the Centre for Research on Social Inequality at Western Ontario and collaborates with organizations like the Arizona State University Knowledge Exchange for Resilience. Phillips’ research on heat-related deaths in mobile homes and food pantry accessibility during the pandemic highlights her commitment to socially impactful scholarship.

• Health and Disability across the Life Course
• Life Course Sociology
• Transmission of Health across Generations
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Kim Shuey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Western University. She holds a PhD from Florida State University and specializes in health inequality and work-life intersections. Her research examines how economic hardship and social mobility across the life course influence health outcomes, particularly focusing on intergenerational transmission of health disparities. She also investigates precarious employment's effects on worker health, including job stress and disability accommodations in unstable work environments. Dr. Shuey's work has been published in top journals like the Journal of Health and Social Behavior and Journal of Gerontology . Her research highlights longitudinal approaches to understanding health as a marker of social inequality. She has received recognition through grants such as the SSHRC Insight Grant and contributed to collaborative projects on migration, inequality, and aging. Her affiliations include the Centre for Research on Social Inequality, Aging and Health (CRSIAH) and the Centre for Computational and Quantitative Social Science. She advises graduate students in sociology and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects addressing environmental sociology and policy implications of health disparities.

Mindy ShossView profile

Professor

• Occupational Health Psychology
• Future of Work
• Job Insecurity
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Dr. Mindy Shoss is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Central Florida's College of Sciences. She directs the Work Stress in Context Lab (WSC Lab) and serves as PI/Director of the Sunshine Education & Research Center's Targeted Research Training Program. Her research examines occupational health psychology and the future of work, with focus areas including job insecurity, AI integration in workplaces, and worker well-being. She has authored over 100 research publications and secured $3.7M in external funding from agencies including NSF, NIH, and Army Research Institute. Her editorial roles include Associate Editor for Journal of Occupational Health Psychology. Research interests include: Job insecurity and precarious work AI/robotics workplace integration Worker well-being Adaptation to organizational change Occupational health interventions Publications show consistent focus on pandemic-related workplace challenges, AI impacts on careers, and job insecurity dynamics. Recent work increasingly addresses technology-workforce integration and occupational health policy. Honors include fellowship status in SIOP and GLO, the Keita Award for Social Justice, and multiple UCF research/teaching awards. She advises U.S. Congress and Surgeon General on future of work policies. Education includes: Ph.D. and M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (University of Houston) B.A. in Psychology and Economics (Washington University)

Ann SchlotzhauerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Occupational Health Psychology
• Precarious Work
• Diversity in Organizations
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Dr. Ann Schlotzhauer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Missouri University of Science and Technology . She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a B.A. in Psychology, English, and Spanish from the University of Tulsa. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, University of Central Florida M.S. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, University of Central Florida B.A. in Psychology, English, and Spanish, University of Tulsa Her research focuses on occupational health psychology , examining how precarious work conditions and diversity affect workplace experiences, burnout, and safety policies. She also investigates employee voice behaviors and managerial responses, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Her recent work explores cross-industry impacts of job insecurity and contextualization methods in psychological assessment. She teaches courses in statistics , social psychology , occupational health psychology , and diversity in organizations . Her collaborations span disciplines, including partnerships with the College of Nursing and healthcare institutions.

• Gender Economics
• Labor Market Analysis
• Occupational Segregation
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Susanne Ross is a Senior Lecturer in Management at Queen Margaret University Business School, specializing in gender economics and labor market analysis. With previous experience as an Assistant Statistician for the Scottish Government, she led production of 'Public Sector Employment Statistics in Scotland' and conducted research on gender impact assessment in apprenticeship programs and structural funds. Her publications analyze gendered economic impacts of recessions, labor participation patterns, underemployment, and child poverty in Scotland. She maintains affiliations with the International Association for Feminist Economics, Social Policy Association, Scottish Women's Budget Group, and WiSE Research Centre at Glasgow Caledonian University. Key research areas: Gender-based occupational segregation Gender mainstreaming in economic policy Economic impact assessment methodologies Regional economic accounting

• Industrial Relations
• Sociology of Work
• Precarious Work
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Jo McBride is Professor at Durham University Business School specializing in industrial relations and sociology of work. Her research examines precarious work, in-work poverty, and employment relationships through critical sociological frameworks. She previously served as President of the British Universities Industrial Relations Association and contributes to policy discussions on fair work practices. Research explores: Social perceptions of job value Causes/consequences of low-paid work Multiple employment patterns Correlations between precarious work and poverty Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on labor process theory, gender dimensions of poverty, and pandemic-era work transformations. Recent work examines food insecurity among working women and zero-hour contracts. Honors include ReWAGE membership advising UK government departments. Supervises doctoral students investigating critical approaches to working lives and leadership studies.

• Mental Health
• Quantitative Methods
• Work and Occupations
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Dr. Paul Glavin is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sociology within McMaster University's Faculty of Social Sciences . His scholarly work bridges sociology, social psychology, and occupational health, with particular emphasis on mental health, quantitative research methodologies, and labor market dynamics. Education PhD , Sociology, University of Toronto MA , Sociology, Kent State University BSc , Technology & Business Studies, University of Strathclyde Dr. Glavin's research explores the intersection of work and mental health, particularly focusing on: Gig economy workers' experiences of loneliness and powerlessness Surveillance mechanisms in modern workplaces Work-family conflict and boundary management Health consequences of job insecurity and economic hardship Emotional labor requirements across occupations His recent publications analyze 2025's 'Job Satisfaction Paradox' and 2024's studies on worker surveillance and platform work conflicts, indicating sustained relevance in labor sociology. The article analysis reveals consistent themes in sociology and mental health research, with particular contributions to gig economy studies (2022-2024), work-family dynamics (2015-2017, 2024), and psychological impacts of economic instability (2015, 2021).

Maite TapiaView profile

Associate Professor

• Worker Voice
• Union Organizing
• Intersectionality
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Maite Tapia is an Associate Professor and Doctoral Program Chair in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University (MSU), within the College of Social Science. She holds a PhD from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations (2013), with additional degrees from Cornell, the University of Parma (Italy), and the University of Ghent (Belgium). Her research focuses on worker voice, union organizing, intersectionality, and labor dynamics in global contexts, particularly in Amazon warehouses and comparative political economies between the U.S. and Europe. Tapia has been funded by organizations like the Hans Boeckler Foundation and has received prestigious awards such as the Luis Aparicio Prize (2021) and the John T. Dunlop Award (2019). She leads initiatives like Michigan RISES, supporting restaurant workers, and mentors over 13 undergraduate students and PhD advisees. Tapia's work bridges critical race theory and labor practices, emphasizing inclusive organizing and confronting systemic inequalities. Education: PhD, Industrial and Labor Relations, Cornell University (2013) Visiting PhD Candidate, MIT Sloan School of Management (2011–2013) MAs from Cornell (2009), University of Parma (2005), and B.A. in Law from University of Ghent (2004) Research Interests: Tapia investigates labor movements, worker mobilization, and the intersection of race, migration, and employment. Her work critiques systemic inequalities, explores union revitalization strategies, and documents racialized labor practices in global corporations like Amazon. Recent studies analyze surveillance in warehouses, solidarity across atypical workers, and the role of storytelling in labor narratives. Awards: 2021: Luis Aparicio Prize (ILERA) 2019: John T. Dunlop Award (LERA) 2022: Tomlanovich Equity Award (MSU) Grants and Initiatives: Tapia leads projects funded by OXFAM, the MidMichigan Poverty Network, and the Center for Innovative Worker Organizing. She collaborates on studies of Amazon workers in Alabama and North Carolina, and co-edited volumes like A Racial Reckoning in Industrial Relations (2022). Teaching focuses on international HRM, comparative employment systems, and labor relations. Professional Contributions: Tapia chairs MSU's SHRLR PhD program and serves on LERA's Executive Board. She advises PhD students Salil Sapre and Carla Lima and contributes to labor policy debates globally, including presentations at ILERA and SASE conferences.

Chris McLachlanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Relations
• Organizational Restructuring
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Chris McLachlan is a Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management and Programme Director for BSc Business Management (Year 2) at Queen Mary University of London's School of Business and Management. He holds an academic membership with the CIPD and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on the socio-economic consequences of deindustrialization, organizational restructuring, and labour market dynamics, particularly in the UK steel industry and post-pandemic employment policies. Current projects include international comparisons of steelworkers' post-redundancy transitions and the normalization of job insecurity among young workers in England and Germany. Teaching responsibilities include leading modules on Human Resource Management and 'The Changing World of Work' in the Summer School. He actively supervises PhD students in employment relations and HRM-related topics. Recent publications address restructuring regimes, furlough schemes, and comparative analyses of global labour practices, appearing in journals like Human Relations and Work, Employment and Society. Research interests span industrial relations processes, responsible downsizing frameworks, and the interplay between state regulation and employer practices. His collaborative projects include cross-national studies on labour market policy and organizational change strategies.

Benjamin HopkinsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Work and Employment
• Migration and Labor
• Non-standard Work
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Dr. Benjamin Hopkins is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management at the Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. His research focuses on work and employment, with particular expertise in migration, non-standard work, food manufacturing, and public sector labor issues. He previously held academic positions at Aberystwyth University and the University of Leicester, where he was promoted to Associate Professor before joining the University of Birmingham in 2019. Education: PhD in Industrial Relations, University of Warwick MA in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, University of Warwick BA in Economics and Management, University of Oxford PGCTHE, Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Dr. Hopkins’ research centers on workplace experiences, especially at the intersection of migration and precarious employment. His work explores temporary work, wage inequality, transitions for young workers, and conditions in the public sector. He has contributed to the BARSOP project and investigates current issues such as Brexit’s impact on food manufacturing and burnout in police and prison services. His recent publications span topics including emotional labor in policing, migrant work ethics, temporary employment satisfaction, and absence management in manufacturing. These works reflect a consistent focus on labor precarity, workforce diversity, and the socio-political dimensions of employment across both private and public sectors. Scientific Recognition and Media Engagement: Research funded by ESRC, European Commission, UnionLearn, and other institutions Featured in BBC One, S4C, and Channel 4 Contributor to The Conversation Work reported in over 350 media outlets including The Times , The Telegraph , People Management , and Russia Today Dr. Hopkins has supervised two PhD students to completion and welcomes new PhD candidates in areas such as non-standard work, migration, food manufacturing, voluntary work, and public sector employment. He currently co-ordinates the International Human Resource Management module for MSc International Business and MSc HRM programs. He is an active member of the Organisation, Work and Employment research group and has conducted research with affiliations at the University of California. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world policy and media impact.

• Journalism
• Media Studies
• Media Work
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Mark Deuze is a Professor of Media Studies, specifically Journalism, at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Humanities, Department of Media Studies. Appointed in 2014 as evidenced by his inaugural speech on April 25, 2014, he previously held positions at Leiden University and spent approximately 10 years working in America before returning to the Netherlands in 2013. Deuze's research centers on media's role in everyday life and work, developing influential concepts like 'liquid life' to describe precarious working conditions in contemporary media industries. His work explores how media professionals navigate changing landscapes, with particular focus on freelance journalism, mental health of media workers, and journalists' evolving professional identity. He has extensively studied the transformation of journalism from stable employment to increasingly precarious freelance arrangements. His research interests span Journalism, Media Studies, Media Work, Mental Health of Media Professionals, Digital Media, Media Industries, Media and War, and the concept of 'Liquid Life.' Deuze has been particularly active in analyzing how media professionals maintain quality journalism while facing economic pressures and job insecurity. As an educator, Deuze teaches in the Master's program in Journalism and Media at the University of Amsterdam. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining journalistic independence while navigating commercial pressures, believing journalism should function as a 'passion place' for all practitioners regardless of employment status. Deuze has been involved in significant research projects including a study on women journalists in the Netherlands with Vera Spaans and Klaske Tameling of the Stichting Vrouw en Media, serving as a follow-up to the 1986 study 'Voor zover plaats aan de perstafel.' In recent years, he has focused on the mental health crisis affecting media professionals, delivering keynotes at international conferences and participating in workshops addressing journalist well-being.

• Organization and management
• Human resources management
• Learning and competence development
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Erik Døving is a researcher at Oslo Metropolitan University’s Business School, specializing in organization and management. With a Dr.oecon. from Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), his work spans organizational psychology, human resource management, and cultural workforce studies. Current affiliations: Faculty of Social Sciences – Business School – Organization and management Education: Dr.oecon. from NHH Research focuses on: Organizational learning and leadership practices Cultural workers’ resilience during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic Evaluation methods and competence development in public administration Interdisciplinary intersections of sociology, political science, and business economics Recent publications analyze choral pedagogy’s social impact, HR strategies during pandemics, and crisis coping mechanisms, reflecting his expertise in qualitative and quantitative social scientific methods. Administrative work areas include research strategy and organizational evaluation.

• Social Psychology
• Political Behavior
• Precarious Work
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Dr. Maarten van Bezouw serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social, Health and Organisational Psychology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. His research examines psychological mechanisms within disadvantaged groups, focusing on social identity dynamics, political behavior patterns, and precarious work conditions across diverse societal contexts. Van Bezouw's work investigates how job insecurity manifests among precariously employed workers and analyzes barriers preventing disadvantaged groups from engaging in collective action. His research integrates social identity theory with political psychology to explore responses to global crises like the coronavirus pandemic, emphasizing cross-cultural variations in trust toward scientific information and compliance with health measures. Current projects examine future work selves as moderating factors in proactive behavior during employment uncertainty. Analysis of his 2019-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) pandemic response psychology with emphasis on ideological divides in trust toward scientific institutions, (2) political inaction mechanisms across Brazilian, Hungarian, and Dutch populations, and (3) job insecurity dynamics within the future of work framework. His methodological approach consistently employs multilevel analyses across 21+ countries while maintaining focus on marginalized worker experiences. Van Bezouw actively supervises bachelor's and master's theses while teaching Organizational Psychology courses including 'Organization Development: Monitoring and Changing Culture and Behavior.' His research receives institutional support through Utrecht University's Groups & Identity Lab and WORK Lab infrastructure. As a core member of both the Groups & Identity Lab and WORK Lab, van Bezouw contributes to research on social identity processes and evolving work paradigms. His committee role with the RAPSODI Register demonstrates applied engagement with political participation dynamics, bridging academic research with real-world social challenges through the IOS - Future of Work initiative.

Magnus SverkeView profile

Professor

• Work and Organizational Psychology
• Job Insecurity
• Employment Contracts
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Magnus Sverke is a Professor of Work and Organizational Psychology at the Department of Psychology, Stockholm University since 2006. He has held academic roles since 11995, including Associate Professor (2000) and Full Professor (2004), after early career work in non-academic roles (healthcare, navy, education, etc.). Research focuses on psychosocial work environments, organizational change, job insecurity, employment contracts, and union dynamics. Teaching spans organizational psychology , leadership , structural equation modeling , and research methodology since 1994. Supervision includes 24 completed PhDs (12 as main adviser), 1 licentiate, 25 Master's, and 65 Bachelor's theses. Current projects: Forte-funded NOWSTARS (non-standard employment) and Retail as an Attractive Workplace . Scientific Contributions: Recipient of SEK 70 million as principal investigator from agencies like AFA Insurance , Forte , and Svenskt Näringsliv . Editorial leadership: European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology (2007-2011), Nordic Journal of Working Life Studies (2018-), and board roles at journals like Scandinavian Journal of Work Environment and Health . Policy engagement: Board member of Forte (2009-2015), Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences (2007-2013), and Scientific Council of the Swedish Psychological Association (2012-). Key Themes in Research: Job insecurity's impact on performance and health, non-standard employment contracts, organizational justice in pay-setting, and military leadership dynamics.

• Organizational Culture
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Race Relations in Organizations
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Professor Emmanuel Ogbonna is a distinguished academic at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University, holding the position of Professor of Management and Organization. He has been with Cardiff since 1990, progressing from lecturer to his current professorial position in 2002. His work spans organizational studies, human resource management, and diversity research, with a particular focus on racial equality in organizations. Ogbonna's research interests primarily center on organizational culture, equality, diversity and inclusion, with significant emphasis on the position of Black and minority ethnic communities in the labor market. His recent work has increasingly focused on anti-racism initiatives, particularly in the Welsh and UK contexts. He has published over 100 scholarly papers in leading international journals, with his most recent work examining anti-racism strategies in organizations, precarious work conditions, and mentoring disparities for ethnic minority academics. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory from early work on organizational culture in retail sectors to contemporary critical examinations of race relations in organizations. The publications reveal a consistent thread exploring how organizational structures, cultures, and management practices either perpetuate or challenge inequality, with recent work increasingly focused on actionable anti-racism strategies and policy implementation. Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2024 King's Birthday Honours List Fellow of the British Academy of Management Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences Fellow of the Learned Society of Wales Multiple best paper and most downloaded article awards Ogbonna has held significant advisory roles, including membership on the Advisory Board of the Covid Recovery Commission and advising UK Sport Councils on race equality. He has served in ministerial appointments in Wales, including chairing the Steering Group for the All Wales Race Equality Action Plan. Currently, he co-chairs the External Accountability Group implementing the Anti-racist Wales Action Plan. His work bridges academic research and practical policy implementation, demonstrating how scholarly insights can directly inform organizational and governmental approaches to equality and inclusion.