Iris Seidemann

Dr. Iris Seidemann is a Senior Research Fellow at the Chair of Organization Studies, Department of Social Economics, Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, University of Hamburg. She joined the chair in October 2019 as a doctoral researcher and has since become a key contributor to research on organizational legitimacy, paradox theory, and grand challenges.

Research Interests: Her scholarly focus lies in the critical examination of organizational tensions and paradoxes, particularly in the context of legitimacy repair and societal grand challenges such as climate-induced disasters. She investigates how workforce homogeneity in the public sector emerges and persists, using systematic literature reviews and critical theoretical analysis. Her work challenges the normative assumptions in paradox theory and advocates for more reflexive and context-sensitive approaches in organization studies.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in critical organization studies, combining institutional theory, paradox research, and public sector governance. She frequently publishes in top-tier outlets like Organization Theory and Public Management Review, and presents at premier conferences including the Academy of Management and EGOS. Her work is characterized by theoretical depth, methodological rigor, and a commitment to responsible research.

Scientific Awards:

• Best Paper in the 83rd AOM Proceedings (2023)
• Nomination for OMT Responsible Research Award (2023)
• Nomination for EGOS Best Student Paper Award (2020)

Teaching and Advising: Dr. Seidemann teaches courses at both bachelor’s and master’s levels, including Grundkurs Organisation, Qualitative Methods, International Organizations, and Philosophy of Science. While no formal advisees are listed, she contributes to academic training through supervision in research methods and thesis guidance. She has also been involved in projects funded under the CLARE Initiative, indicating active grant engagement.

Labs and Teams: She is a core member of the REBUMAA project team at the University of Hamburg, working under the CLARE Initiative. The team focuses on multi-actor dynamics in addressing complex societal challenges, reflecting an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment.