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Libby Elizabeth Sander is an Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour and MBA Director at Bond Business School, Bond University. With a PhD from Griffith University and extensive experience in workplace research, she has established herself as a leading expert on modern work environments, employee wellbeing, and organizational behavior. Her research bridges academic theory with practical workplace applications, making significant contributions to understanding contemporary work challenges in Australia and globally.
Education:
- PhD from Griffith University (2017)
- Master of Human Resource Management from Griffith University (2001)
- Bachelor of Arts (Japanese) and Bachelor of Business
Dr. Sander's research focuses on workplace stress, employee engagement, work-life balance, and the impact of physical work environments on productivity and wellbeing. She has conducted significant research on open-plan office noise and its effects on employee stress levels and cognitive performance. Her work examines how modern work arrangements, including hybrid and remote models, affect organizational culture, employee satisfaction, and productivity. She also investigates issues related to workplace interruptions, burnout prevention, and leadership practices that support employee wellbeing in contemporary organizations.
Dr. Sander's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on workplace wellbeing, with particular attention to stress factors in modern work environments. Her research shows how noise in open-plan offices increases physiological stress by 34% and negatively impacts cognitive performance. She has documented rising burnout rates among Australian workers, with 87% reporting burnout in the past year. Her work also examines how workplace culture, leadership styles, and work arrangements affect employee engagement and retention.
Scientific Awards:
- Academy of Management Outstanding Reviewer Award (2013)
- Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management
Dr. Sander has secured significant research funding including a Bond University Research Infrastructure Grant (2019) and a Workplace Design Research Scholarship from Bene Asia Pacific Honours (2013). As MBA Director at Bond Business School, she leads academic program management while maintaining an active research agenda. Her research collaborations extend to industry partnerships examining workplace design and employee wellbeing. She regularly contributes to media discussions on work-related issues through appearances on ABC TV's Catalyst, The Drum, Sunrise, and TEDx talks.