Sarah Jane Daly

Dr Sarah Jane Daly is a Senior Lecturer in Social Psychology at the University of Huddersfield, affiliated with the Department of Social and Psychological Sciences within the School of Human and Health Sciences. She has been a member of the academic staff since 2004 and is actively involved in research supervision, currently accepting PhD students.

Research Interests:

• Identity and sexuality, with a focus on lesbian and bisexual women
• Qualitative methodologies, particularly hermeneutic phenomenology
• Lived experience in intimate and monogamous relationships
• Gender expression and appearance norms (e.g., 'femme' identity)
• Innovations in teaching research methods in higher education

Her research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to gender equality and reduced inequalities. She employs qualitative methods to explore complex social identities and relational dynamics.

Publication Trends: Her scholarly work spans from 2008 to 2022, with a consistent focus on bisexuality, gender, and qualitative inquiry. Recent publications reflect an evolving interest in reflexivity, identity performance, and pedagogical innovation. Her articles combine deep theoretical insight with empirical richness, often using narrative and phenomenological approaches.

Scientific Contributions:

• No formal awards or fellowships are listed in the provided text.

Academic Supervision and Teaching: Dr Daly supervises PhD students and has contributed to rethinking research methods pedagogy. She emphasizes student engagement and experiential learning. There is no mention of specific grants or funded projects, but her work in teaching innovation suggests active curriculum development.

Research Groups and Activities: While no formal lab or research center is named, her collaborative publications and invited talks (e.g., 2019 talk on 'Appearance and bisexual women') indicate active participation in academic networks. She collaborates with colleagues in psychology and education, contributing to interdisciplinary scholarship.