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Erik Helzer serves as Associate Professor of Practice in Management and Organization at Johns Hopkins University's Carey Business School, directing the Fulltime MBA program and Executive Education Leadership Curriculum. His work applies psychological and behavioral science to cultivate practical wisdom for organizational leadership, with research spanning ethical behavior, self-knowledge, and personal agency.
Dr. Helzer's academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Social and Personality Psychology from Cornell University (Graduate Minor: Cognitive Science)
- HBA in Psychology and Philosophy from Oregon State University
His research examines moral character dynamics in organizational contexts, with recent publications analyzing ethical leadership, gender bias in medical teams, and honesty in legal negotiations. This work bridges theoretical psychology with practical applications in business, military, and legal settings, emphasizing how individuals navigate complex ethical dilemmas through self-awareness and moral reasoning.
Dr. Helzer's publication record demonstrates consistent output in top journals including Journal of Personality and Journal of Business Ethics, with recent work focusing on moral influence mechanisms, negotiation ethics, and the psychological foundations of greed. His interdisciplinary approach connects moral psychology with organizational behavior and leadership studies.
His recognitions include:
- 2021 Louis D. Liskin Award for Teaching Excellence (Graduate School of Defense Management)
- 2016-2018 Dean’s Award for Faculty Excellence (Carey Business School)
Dr. Helzer actively advises graduate students on defense-sector operational challenges and co-investigates a longitudinal law student study. His institutional partnerships with U.S. Navy and Army entities drive applied research in performance assessment, diversity initiatives, and leadership impact on organizational well-being, translating academic insights into real-world solutions.
While no named research laboratory is associated with his profile, Dr. Helzer leads collaborative research initiatives through defense partnerships and academic programs, fostering interdisciplinary work on moral psychology's role in organizational leadership and decision-making processes.
