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Work with thought leaders and academic experts in industrial relations

Companies can benefit from working with academic researchers in the field of Industrial relations in several ways. These researchers have in-depth knowledge and expertise in understanding and managing employee relations, labor laws, and workplace dynamics. By collaborating with an Industrial relations researcher, companies can gain valuable insights into employee engagement, motivation, and productivity. They can also receive guidance on developing effective HR policies and practices, resolving conflicts, and improving workplace communication. Academic researchers can conduct surveys, interviews, and data analysis to help companies identify and address HR challenges. Additionally, researchers can provide training and workshops to enhance managers' and employees' understanding of labor laws and regulations. Overall, partnering with an Industrial relations researcher can lead to better employee relations, increased organizational effectiveness, and improved business outcomes.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in industrial relations include Karina van de Voorde, Laura Giurge, Tyler Ransom, YingFei Héliot, Denise Breaux Soignet, Catherine Tucker, Roger Sparks, Do-Yeong KIM--http://www.ajou.ac.kr/abiz/professor/prof-search-popup.do, Dr Abiodun Alao, Gentrit Berisha, Robert Gitter, Ph.D., and Kathleen Gerson.

Karina van de Voorde

Tilburg
Associate Professor of Behavioral Sciences at Tilburg University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (11)
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Management of Technology and Innovation
Strategy and Management
Business and International Management
Health Policy
And 6 more
About
Karina van de Voorde's research is focused on aligning the Organizational Behavior/Occupational Health Psychology orientation towards the topic of organizational performance. Karina was the lead author of the publication "Employee Well-Being and the HRM - Organizational Performance Relationship: A Review of Quantitative Studies"
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

20 total publications

Exploring the relationships between high involvement work system practices, work demands and emotional exhaustion: a multi-level study.

The International Journal of Human Resource Management / Mar 02, 2016

Oppenauer, V., & Van De Voorde, K. (2016). Exploring the relationships between high involvement work system practices, work demands and emotional exhaustion: a multi-level study. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 29(2), 311–337. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2016.1146321

Time precedence in the relationship between organizational climate and organizational performance: a cross-lagged study at the business unit level

The International Journal of Human Resource Management / Aug 01, 2010

Van De Voorde, K., Van Veldhoven, M., & Paauwe, J. (2010). Time precedence in the relationship between organizational climate and organizational performance: a cross-lagged study at the business unit level. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 21(10), 1712–1732. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2010.500491

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Laura Giurge

London
Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics and Researcher at the Wellness Research Centre
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (10)
Behavioral Neuroscience
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Social Psychology
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Applied Psychology
And 5 more
About
Laura Giurge is an organizational scholar and behavioral scientist. Currently, she is an Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She earned a Ph.D. in Management from Erasmus University Rotterdam and two cum laude master’s degrees in economics and business and in human resources management from the University of Groningen. Prior to joining LSE, Dr. Giurge was a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Cornell University and at London Business School, as well as a Visiting Scholar at Harvard Business School. Her research seeks to make work better and enable all individuals to thrive and achieve their potential. <br> Giurge’s research has been published in top journals such as Organizational Behavioral and Human Decision Processes, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Nature Human Behavior, and The Leadership Quarterly. She also publishes popular press articles in outlets such as Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. In 2020, one of her papers received the Best Paper Award at the Academy of Management. At LSE, Dr. Giurge is part of the teaching team for the Executive MSc in Behavioral Science. At LBS, she connects with MBA and Executive MBAs in teaching elective courses on negotiations, well-being, productivity, and the future of work. Dr. Giurge regularly engages in corporate consulting and executive coaching and serve as an academic partner and advisor. Occasionally, she leads interactive and science-backed workshops, lectures, and keynote talks aligned with her expertise. Her most recent talk has been at the University of Cambridge. As a side hobby, Dr. Giurge enjoys creating powerful images that connect us to our planet and inner happiness.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

12 total publications

Does alignment matter? The performance implications of HR roles connected to organizational strategy

The International Journal of Human Resource Management / Mar 04, 2016

Kuipers, B. S., & Giurge, L. M. (2016). Does alignment matter? The performance implications of HR roles connected to organizational strategy. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 28(22), 3179–3201. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2016.1155162

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Tyler Ransom

Norman, Oklahoma, United States of America
Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Oklahoma
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (14)
Economics
Labor Economics
Economics of Education
Urban Economics
Applied Microeconomics
And 9 more
About
Tyler Ransom is an associate professor of economics at the University of Oklahoma. He received his Ph.D. in economics from Duke University in 2015. His research interests include labor economics, economics of education, urban economics, and machine learning applications. He has published papers in leading journals such as the Journal of Labor Economics, the Journal of Human Resources, and the Journal of Econometrics. He is also an associate editor of the Annals of Economics and Statistics and a research affiliate of IZA and GLO. He has taught courses on econometrics, data science, and economics of education at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He has received several awards and fellowships for his research and teaching, such as the OU Dodge Family College of Arts & Sciences Irene Rothbaum Outstanding Assistant Professor Award in 2022. He is proficient in various coding languages such as Matlab, Stata, R, Julia, Bash, Git, and LaTeX. He also has advanced language skills in Japanese.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

15 total publications

Legacy and Athlete Preferences at Harvard

Journal of Labor Economics / Jan 01, 2022

Arcidiacono, P., Kinsler, J., & Ransom, T. (2022). Legacy and Athlete Preferences at Harvard. Journal of Labor Economics, 40(1), 133–156. https://doi.org/10.1086/713744

Changes across Cohorts in Wage Returns to Schooling and Early Work Experiences

Journal of Labor Economics / Oct 01, 2021

Ashworth, J., Hotz, V. J., Maurel, A., & Ransom, T. (2021). Changes across Cohorts in Wage Returns to Schooling and Early Work Experiences. Journal of Labor Economics, 39(4), 931–964. https://doi.org/10.1086/711851

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YingFei Héliot

Guildford
Faith identity and working in the NHS
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (11)
Education
Management of Technology and Innovation
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Strategy and Management
Applied Psychology
And 6 more
About
I am Senior Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour at University of Surrey in the UK. My research is focused on identity and its impact on wellbeing in people’s working lives; impact of multiple social identities on well-being and performance; social identity dynamics in leadership; role of identity in knowledge sharing behaviour; and evidence-based management. My wide variety of experience derived not only from academia but also from industry: voluntary work with non-governmental organisations in Africa and Europe, head of sales and marketing in Asia, business consultant in the UK and project lead in establishing University partnership between University of Surrey and Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, China. I am currently leading and researching a number of impactful and exciting projects, such as religious identity and working for the NHS, identity conflict and complementarity in a wide range of organisations (banking, law, education, business, and healthcare) and leadership in church organisations in the UK and the USA.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

19 total publications

Religious accommodation in France: decoding managers' behaviour

Employee Relations: The International Journal / Sep 23, 2020

Cintas, C., Héliot, Y., & Sprimont, P.-A. (2020). Religious accommodation in France: decoding managers’ behaviour. Employee Relations: The International Journal, 43(1), 83–107. https://doi.org/10.1108/er-02-2020-0050

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Denise Breaux Soignet

Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States of America
I am an experienced researcher, teacher, author, management consultant, and center director. My work centers on helping current and future business leaders learn to tackle some of the most pressing interpersonal challenges—and some of the most exciting human opportunities—in today’s workplace.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (8)
Management of Technology and Innovation
Strategy and Management
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Applied Psychology
Finance
And 3 more
About
I've spent over a decade researching, writing, consulting, and teaching about interpersonal relationships, human interactions, and people-problems in organizations. My early academic work centered on work stress, organizational politics, and dysfunctional leadership, and through the years I've broadened my focus to explore a wider range of human issues in the workplace. My passion for understanding and repairing interpersonal issues led to my current role as Director of the Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces, a center dedicated to increasing religious tolerance, interfaith understanding, and acceptance of religious diversity in the workplace.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

9 total publications

The family and HRM in North America: how demographic and social changes are shifting the way work–family issues are managed by organizations and employees

The International Journal of Human Resource Management / Aug 01, 2008

Meurs, J. A., Breaux, D. M., & Perrewé, P. L. (2008). The family and HRM in North America: how demographic and social changes are shifting the way work–family issues are managed by organizations and employees. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 19(8), 1455–1471. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585190802200215

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Catherine Tucker

Advertising & Economics Professor at MIT
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (23)
Marketing
Economics
Regulation
IT
Information Systems
And 18 more
About
Catherine Tucker is a Professor of Economics and Data Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She is also a member of the MIT Sloan School of Management's faculty. She is a world-renowned expert in the fields of big data, machine learning, and consumer behavior. She has worked extensively on the use of data science to improve public policy and has been a consultant to government agencies and businesses around the world. In addition to her academic work, she is a popular speaker and has been featured in many media outlets, including The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

94 total publications

The economics of advertising and privacy

International Journal of Industrial Organization / May 01, 2012

Tucker, C. E. (2012). The economics of advertising and privacy. International Journal of Industrial Organization, 30(3), 326–329. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijindorg.2011.11.004

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Roger Sparks

Professor of Economics, Mills College at Northeastern University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (12)
applied microeconomics
strategy
environment
finance
Pharmacology (medical)
And 7 more
About
Roger Sparks is a Professor of Economics at Mills College, Oakland, CA. He earned his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Davis and has been at Mills College since 1989. Professor Sparks is currently director of the Master of Applied Economics program at Mills and chair of the Economics Department. He has more than 20 research papers published in economics journals, has refereed many paper submissions to professional journals, and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Kemper Human Rights Education Foundation. Professor Sparks’ research applies game theory and the economics of information to a variety of topics, including the theory of unemployment, efficiency wages, employee stock offerings, cyclical changes in labor productivity, the determination of mortgage rates, mortgage securitization, environmental policy, utility regulation, psychiatric decision-making, the energy paradox, and the price impacts of low-carbon fuel standards. This research agenda has allowed him to incorporate into his teaching first-hand knowledge about a variety of topics and techniques of analysis, which in turn has enhanced his students’ curiosity and learning.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

20 total publications

A Model of Involuntary Unemployment and Wage Rigidity: Worker Incentives and the Threat of Dismissal

Journal of Labor Economics / Oct 01, 1986

Sparks, R. (1986). A Model of Involuntary Unemployment and Wage Rigidity: Worker Incentives and the Threat of Dismissal. Journal of Labor Economics, 4(4), 560–581. https://doi.org/10.1086/298110

Back Matter

Journal of Labor Economics / Jan 01, 1984

Back Matter. (1984). Journal of Labor Economics, 2(1). https://doi.org/10.1086/jole.2.1.2535021

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Do-Yeong KIM--http://www.ajou.ac.kr/abiz/professor/prof-search-popup.do

- http://www.ajou.ac.kr/abiz/professor/prof-search-popup.do
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (23)
Basic and Applied Psychology
OB/IHRM
Decision-Making
ICT-Convergence
Social Psychology
And 18 more
About
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Most Relevant Publications (1+)

37 total publications

Organizational career growth and career commitment: Moderated mediation model of work engagement and role modeling

The International Journal of Human Resource Management / Sep 13, 2019

Son, S., & Kim, D.-Y. (2019). Organizational career growth and career commitment: Moderated mediation model of work engagement and role modeling. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 32(20), 4287–4310. https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2019.1657165

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Dr Abiodun Alao

Research Associate in Information Systems with Publications in ICT4D, Sustainable ICT, Management Information Systems, Social Policy
Research Interests (13)
Social Policy
Management Information Systems
ICT4D
Sustainable ICT
Innovation Management
And 8 more
About
Dr. Abiodun (Abbey) Alao holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the University of Cape Town and is a dedicated researcher and teaching fellow with a strong academic background. Her passion for research is evident, and she currently serves as a research associate at the University of Johannesburg. Throughout her career, Abiodun has actively mentored and supervised projects spanning diverse fields such as Management Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology for Development, Sustainable ICT, Development Communication, Innovative Management, Health Informatics, Information Learning, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL). She has made significant contributions to academia through her publications, which include journals, chapters, and conference papers. Her approach is characterized by a multidisciplinary investigative perspective, with a focus on Information Communication Technology (ICT) as a catalyst for information and knowledge management. Her work addresses various social implications of ICT, and organization development with a particular emphasis on their impact on the well-being of individuals and society as a whole.

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Gentrit Berisha

Professor of Management with a research focus on intrapreneurship, entrepreneurship, decision-making, and business ethics
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (13)
Decision Making
Organizational Behavior
Entrepreneurship
Intrapreneurship
Corporate Entrepreneurship
And 8 more
About
Gentrit Berisha is a highly accomplished academic and professional with a strong background in management. He earned his PhD in Management from the University of Prishtina in 2019 and has since then established himself as an expert in the field. With a passion for research and teaching, Gentrit has held various positions at institutions such as the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, the University of Prishtina, and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development. As the National Contact Point for MSCA and ERC at the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Gentrit has played a key role in promoting and supporting research and innovation in Kosovo. He has also served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Prishtina, where he has shared his knowledge and expertise with students in the field of management. Gentrit has also gained valuable experience as the Head of Office at the University of Prishtina, where he has managed various administrative tasks and provided guidance to students and faculty. Prior to this, he worked as a Teaching Assistant at the Faculty of Economics, where he assisted in teaching courses and conducting research. In addition to his academic and professional roles, Gentrit has also worked as a consultant for the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development. In this role, he has provided valuable insights on economic development and trade policies to various governments and organizations. With his extensive education and experience, Gentrit is a highly respected and sought-after expert in the field of management. He is dedicated to promoting research and innovation, and his contributions have had a significant impact on the academic and professional community in Kosovo.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

8 total publications

To behave or not to behave ethically: A question of style?

Business and Society Review / Feb 22, 2023

Berisha, G., Oliveira, L., & Humolli, E. (2023). To behave or not to behave ethically: A question of style? Business and Society Review, 128(1), 23–50. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/basr.12298

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Robert Gitter, Ph.D.

Semi-Retired Professor of Economics teaching, doing research, and working on community projects
Research Interests (18)
Labor
Psychiatry and Mental health
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Health Policy
Pshychiatric Mental Health
And 13 more
About
Dr. Robert Gitter is an economist with over 45 years of experience. He has taught at Ohio Wesleyan University for over 45 years. He continues to teach Labor Economics and working on research. His publications include work on immigration, worker turnover, and studies for various nonprofits and local and state governments as well as nonprofits.

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Kathleen Gerson

Collegiate Professor of Sociology, New York University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Industrial relations
Other Research Interests (28)
Gender
Family
Work
Life Course
Qualitative Methods
And 23 more
About
Kathleen Gerson is a leading figure in the field of family sociology and social change. She has been a Collegiate Professor at New York University since 2007. She is the author of over a dozen books, most recently The Unfinished Revolution: How a New Generation Is Reshaping Family, Work, and Gender in America (2010), which has been translated into eight languages. Her research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the Ford Foundation, and the Russell Sage Foundation.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

76 total publications

Allison J. Pug (dir.), Beyond the Cubicle: Job Insecurity, Intimacy and the Flexible Self

Sociologie du travail / Nov 26, 2018

Cingolani, P. (2018). Allison J. Pug (dir.), Beyond the Cubicle: Job Insecurity, Intimacy and the Flexible Self. Sociologie Du Travail, 60(4). https://doi.org/10.4000/sdt.8424

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Example industrial relations projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on industrial relations?

Employee Engagement Survey

An Industrial relations researcher can design and conduct an employee engagement survey to assess the level of employee satisfaction, commitment, and motivation. The researcher can analyze the survey data and provide recommendations to improve employee engagement and productivity.

Conflict Resolution Training

Companies facing frequent conflicts and disputes can collaborate with an Industrial relations researcher to develop and deliver conflict resolution training programs. These programs can help managers and employees learn effective communication and negotiation skills to resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.

Labor Law Compliance Audit

An Industrial relations researcher can assist companies in conducting a comprehensive audit of their labor law compliance. The researcher can review HR policies, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations, minimizing the risk of legal disputes and penalties.

Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Assessment

Companies striving to create a diverse and inclusive workplace can collaborate with an Industrial relations researcher to assess their current diversity and inclusion practices. The researcher can provide recommendations for improving diversity recruitment, retention, and creating an inclusive work environment.

Union Avoidance Strategy

Companies seeking to prevent unionization can work with an Industrial relations researcher to develop a union avoidance strategy. The researcher can analyze the company's labor relations history, assess employee sentiment, and provide guidance on effective communication, employee engagement, and fair labor practices.