Steffen Torp

Steffen Torp is a Professor at the Department of Health, Social and Welfare Studies, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of Southeast Norway. His expertise spans health promotion, workplace well-being, occupational medicine, and public health policy. He holds a Dr. Philos. from the University of Bergen and a Cand. Polit. in psychology from the University of Trondheim, alongside qualifications as a physiotherapist and health environment specialist. His research focuses on work engagement, work-family conflict, cancer survivorship, and the intersection of social policies and health outcomes. Notable contributions include studies on health-promoting workplaces, institutional barriers to disability employment, and the impact of environmental changes on well-being. He has authored over 100 publications, including peer-reviewed articles and policy papers, and collaborates internationally on projects like the Nordic Working Group on Cancer and Work.

Education:

• Dr. Philos., Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen
• Cand. Polit., major in psychology, University of Trondheim
• Physiotherapist, Specialist in health and environmental work

Research Interests: Torp’s work emphasizes practical and policy-oriented solutions to improve public health through workplace interventions, social welfare policies, and equitable healthcare access. Key themes include:
- Workaholism and its societal impacts
- Return-to-work strategies for cancer survivors
- The role of unions in shaping health outcomes
- Housing policy and social inclusion

Grants & Collaborations: Active in funded projects such as the European Union’s research initiatives on cancer work reintegration and Nordic policy comparisons. His work often bridges academic research with practical implementation in municipalities and healthcare systems.