Assoc Prof Dr. Maryam Aldossari, Royal Holloway, University of London, United Kingdom
š Assoc Prof Dr Maryam Aldossari holds a PhD from Queen Mary University of London in Business and Management. She is a Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management at Royal Holloway, University of London. With research interests spanning gender equality, psychological contracts, and the impact of culture on HR practices, her work focuses on the applicability of Western theories in Middle Eastern contexts. With extensive teaching experience and a background in international HRM, she brings a unique perspective to academia. š
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šEducational Qualifications:
Dr. Maryam Aldossari attained a PhD in Business and Management from Queen Mary University of London in 2015, focusing on repatriation and the psychological contract. Her academic journey includes an MSc in Human Resource Management from Brunel University, a Diploma in International Business and Development Studies from SOAS University, and a BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature from King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia. Recently, she became a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy through the University of Edinburgh’s Postgraduate Certificate Academic Practice.
š« Employment History:
Dr. Aldossari’s career spans various roles, from teaching English in Saudi Arabia to serving as a Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management/Organisation Studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. She held positions at Aston Business School and the University of Edinburgh Business School, along with part-time roles as a Research Assistant and Teaching Associate at different universities. Additionally, she founded and managed the Student Direct Services Agency in Saudi Arabia.
š Research Focus:
Dr. Maryam Aldossari’s research spans several critical areas in organizational behavior and human resource management. Her expertise lies in understanding the dynamics of psychological contracts, particularly in crisis economies, as evidenced by her studies on downward social comparison and gratitude during economic crises. Additionally, she delves into the complexities of gender equality and diversity in the workplace, examining the intersectionality of gendered moral rationalities in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Aldossari also investigates the implications of idiosyncratic deals (I-deals) on organizational justice and employee experiences, shedding light on their role in shaping work arrangements and relationships. Her multifaceted research endeavors contribute significantly to understanding and addressing contemporary workplace challenges. š
Publication Top Notes:
How do I-deals emerge? Exploring the role of temporality and actors in I-deals timing and creation
I didn’t promise, I said inshallah 1
Unwanted Consequences: The Trade-Off between Gender Equality and Precarity in Saudi Arabian Context