معرفی
Dr. Jonathan Lord is a Senior Lecturer in HRM at Salford Business School, University of Salford, bringing extensive professional experience from previous roles as an HR Director, Manager, and Consultant across transport, construction, public, and voluntary sectors. His academic credentials include a PhD (2009-2014), MSc in HRM (1999-2001), and BA (Hons) in HRM (1995-1999).
- Current Position: Senior Lecturer in HRM, Salford Business School
- Professional Memberships: Chartered Fellow of CIPD, Fellow of Higher Education Academy, Member of British Academy of Management and Industrial Law Society
- Research Focus: Labour Law, Employment Tribunals, HRM, Not-for-Profit Sector
His research examines the historical development of worker protections and the critical role of employment tribunals within employment relationships. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on contemporary workplace issues including employment law reforms, workplace conflict resolution, digital communication in professional settings, and innovative approaches to work organization such as the four-day work week. His scholarly output spans 71 research items across various formats, showing his ability to communicate complex concepts to both academic and general audiences.
Scientific Recognition
- Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Member of the British Academy of Management
- Member of the Industrial Law Society
- QR non-recurrent Public Policy Support Funding (2023-2024) for 'The Healing Process'
Dr. Lord is actively engaged in research funding and supervision. He currently leads a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Oldham Personal Advocacy Limited (OPAL) (2024-2026) and has successfully supervised postgraduate students. His work has direct policy implications, particularly in workplace conflict resolution and whistle-blowing processes, with potential applications in government legislation and employer practices across multiple sectors.
His teaching responsibilities include the MSc HRM program, a PG Cert in Employment Policy & Practice, and specialized modules on Employment Law and Employment Relations. Dr. Lord's interdisciplinary approach bridges legal studies, human resource management, and organizational behavior to address contemporary workplace challenges while aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to poverty reduction, gender equality, and promoting inclusive economic growth.
