Richard P. Chaykowski

Richard P. Chaykowski is a Professor at Queen's University, affiliated with the Employment Relations Programs in the Faculty of Arts and Science and cross-appointed to the Faculty of Law. He holds a PhD in Industrial Relations from Cornell University and has been recognized for his expertise in labor policy, labor economics, and the intersection of law and economic policy.

• Education: PhD in Industrial Relations from Cornell University

His research explores the role of labor policy in the new economy, focusing on labor market institutions, collective bargaining dynamics, and the effects of technological change on workplaces. He has published extensively in economics, industrial relations, and law journals, including the Canadian Journal of Economics and Industrial and Labor Relations Review. Chaykowski has served as a Visiting Scholar at MIT and as Visiting Chair in Strategic Policy at Human Resources and Social Development Canada, contributing to evidence-based labor policy development.