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Rick Borst is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance, specializing in Human Resource Management within the Department of Public Administration and Organizational Science. He is also a University Lecturer and researcher/consultant at ICTU-Venster voor Medewerkers, working 40% of full-time capacity. His work bridges academia and public sector consultancy, focusing on organizational well-being and performance.
- Expertise: Human Resource Management, Leadership, Well-being, Work Stress, Job Crafting
Research Interests: Borst investigates how organizational aspects like management, structure, and culture influence the well-being and performance of public sector employees. His work emphasizes stress processes, burnout, and engagement in civil servants, with a focus on the public sector (healthcare, education, government agencies). Key themes include the impact of red tape, psychological capital, and the Future of Work in public administration.
Recent Research Trends: His publications (2022–2025) analyze red tape's effects on motivation, hybrid work dynamics post-COVID-19, employability in public vs. private sectors, and psychological mechanisms in stress appraisal. He employs quantitative analysis and meta-analytic methods to explore these topics.
Scientific Awards:
- Scholarly Impact Award 2023
- Emerald Literati Award 2021 for outstanding paper
Teaching & Leadership: Borst coordinates and lectures on Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) at the bachelor's and master's levels, supervises master's theses, and teaches courses like Quantitative Research in Public Organizations. He also serves as a supervisor and consultant for government training programs.
