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Professor Birgit Schyns is a Professor in Organizational Behavior at the Durham University Business School. She holds a PhD from the University of Leipzig (2001) and previously worked at the University of Portsmouth (2006) and in the Netherlands (2002–2006). Her research focuses on leadership dynamics, including implicit leadership theories, Leader-Member Exchange (LMX), perception biases, and career psychology. She has edited influential books and serves on editorial boards for journals like European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology.
Education:
- PhD in Organizational Behavior, University of Leipzig, Germany (2001)
- Previous affiliations: University of Portsmouth (UK), Netherlands (2002–2006)
Research Interests:
- Leadership theories and their implications
- Implicit leadership theories and follower perceptions
- Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) dynamics
- Dark-side leadership (e.g., narcissistic leadership)
- Self-efficacy and career development
Key Awards:
- CCL/EJWOP Best Paper Award (2005)
- Emerald Literati Highly Commended Awards (2006, 2007)
- British Academy of Management Best Paper Award (2007)
Publications: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, with recent focus on destructive leadership, narcissism, and leadership in crises. Key outlets include Leadership Quarterly, Journal of Business Ethics, and Academy of Management Perspectives.
Editorial Roles: Associate Editor for European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology and British Journal of Management.
