Jan de Leede

Jan de Leede is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering & Business Information Systems at the University of Twente. His research focuses on labor flexibility, hybrid work, team-based organization, social innovation, and innovative work behavior. He has published extensively since 1993, with recent work addressing contemporary work challenges such as reduced working hours, employee well-being, and organizational resilience.

His research interests center on transforming traditional work models through innovation and flexibility. Key areas include hybrid working, employee engagement, innovation energy, and work-time reduction. He applies case study methodologies to explore real-world implementations in universities and healthcare, emphasizing the role of HRM and team dynamics.

The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applied social sciences in organizational contexts. His work bridges industrial engineering with human-centric design, focusing on employee well-being, innovative behavior, and adaptive work systems. Themes like 6-hour workdays, mental load, and flexible workforce management dominate his recent output, reflecting societal shifts in work culture.

He has received the Liberty Mutual Best Paper Award in 2011, recognizing impactful research in occupational safety and health. Other honors include media recognition and invited talks at national and international forums.

Jan de Leede actively contributes to academic and public discourse through invited talks, conference participation, and media commentary. His external role as Partner at ModernWorkx (2008–2023) demonstrates applied engagement in shaping modern work practices. He has supervised research and contributed to policy-oriented reports, particularly on risk management and well-being in higher education and SMEs.

His work is closely linked to practical implementation, often involving collaboration with universities of applied sciences and public organizations. Research projects emphasize team cohesion, operational HRM, and systemic innovation, forming a network of applied social innovation in Dutch and European contexts.