Jeffrey Thomas

Dr Jeffrey Thomas is a Lecturer in the Department of Management at the London School of Economics (LSE), joining in September 2017. His academic background includes a PhD in Management and Organizations from NYU Stern School of Business, a Master's in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Florida International University, and a BA in Psychology from the University of Buffalo.

His research focuses on competition and rivalry, exploring how these dynamics shape identity and influence cooperative/competitive behaviors. He also investigates employee voice, examining the risks and motivations behind speaking up in organizational settings. Prior to academia, he worked as a consultant in leadership development, employee selection, and training across government, education, and manufacturing sectors.

His scholarly work has been published in journals such as the Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology and Journal of Personality Assessment. His expertise extends to proactive behavior, leadership strategies, and the psychological underpinnings of organizational dynamics.

Notable articles include studies on moral reasoning during global crises and predictive models for pandemic responses. His work bridges social science and organizational behavior, emphasizing practical applications for leadership and policy.