Awards celebrate excellence in occupational psychology
The Excellence in Occupational Psychology Awards 2024 recognise outstanding contributions in the field, honouring both students and early-career professionals for their impactful research and practice.
26 June 2024
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The awards are intended to reflect the full range of experience within the Division of Occupational Psychology. We are so pleased to announce this year's award winners:
Student category
Evie McManus' dissertation is a remarkable piece of original research that bridges applied and academic contexts seamlessly. Her work features a thorough methodological approach, well-referenced literature, and insightful analysis, making it an inspiring and significant contribution to the field.
Eugenia Neri Mini produced a high-calibre dissertation that contributes significantly to the Job Demand-Resource (JDR) model. Her comprehensive literature review and adept use of quantitative methodology showcase her dedication and academic excellence, marking her work as a standout piece.
Nela Wiedermannova's well-written dissertation impressively explores weight bias in selection decisions through a detailed pilot study and main RCT study. Her research opens up new avenues for understanding and addresses important questions with potential for significant future impact.
Rebecca Somer's research on ADHD stands out for its important topic and insightful qualitative approach. Her findings provide genuinely interesting insights into workplace barriers and facilitators, presenting a model with excellent practical and theoretical implications.
Erno Berezvay delivered a solid and effective project that is highly relevant to organisational practice. His work is characterised by sensible conclusions, ethical clarity, and practical awareness, making it a noteworthy contribution to the field.
Early career category
Jordan Buxton, a consultant psychologist at Work Psychology Group, has been recognised for her leadership in a significant project commissioned by NHS England. Her work on widening access to medicine for individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds showcases her excellent stakeholder management, project management, and research communication skills, making a substantial impact across various sectors.
Outstanding contribution to occupational psychology
Professor Carl Macrae, from Nottingham University Business School, has been honoured for his influential work that led to the establishment of the Health Services Safety Investigation Body (HSSIB) by the UK government. His contributions, characterised by high rigour and significant impact, span research, practice, and policy, applying occupational psychology and human factors methods in safety-critical industries. His dedication to ethical practices and substantial influence on health systems make his work exemplary.
Congratulations to all the awardees for their exemplary contributions to the field of occupational psychology!
Keep an eye on our DOP microsite to see when the 2025 awards open for nominations.