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Fiona Patterson is a Principal Researcher at the University of Cambridge and a Visiting Professor at City University, London. She is also an Honorary Professor in Medical Education at the University of Nottingham. Her career spans leadership roles in occupational psychology at Ford Motor Company and Boots Corporation Plc, followed by academia and co-founding the Work Psychology Group, a research-led consulting practice.
Her research focuses on developing theoretical models of non-cognitive attributes (e.g., empathy, communication, integrity) and designing assessment methodologies like situational judgment tests (SJT) for high-stakes selection processes. These methods have been adopted by UK medical institutions and extended to teacher training through collaborations in Australia, Canada, and Finland.
Key applications of her work include improving selection criteria for doctors and teachers by emphasizing interpersonal skills and resilience. She has advised internationally on selection methodologies, with her research influencing policy in the UK and beyond. Despite a lack of listed awards, her publications demonstrate significant impact in medical and educational psychology.
