An interdisciplinary researcher interested in the concept of well-being and its relationship with work with a particular interest in 'alternative' forms of organization. More specific research interests include, but are not limited to: political economy of the food system, alternative organisations and economies, green Marxism, degrowth learning in relation to wellbeing, Marx’s concept of alienation, environmental sociology, well-being theory – in particular the capabilities approach and the role of well-being in guiding policy.
Experience
2015–2022
Associate Professor, Norwich Business School, UEA
Education
2017
University of Essex, PhD, Management Studies
2010
University of Essex, MA Social Research
2003
University of Sheffield, BA Philosohy
Grants and Contracts
2019
Practices and Combinations of Practices for Health and Wellbeing at Work
Role:
Co-investigator
Funding Source:
Economic and Social Research Council
2018
Courage Project UEA
Role:
Co-investigator
Funding Source:
Higher Education Funding Council for England - Catalyst Fund: Supporting mental health and wellbeing for postgraduate research students
2018
Transition funding: Work, learning and wellbeing programme, What works centre for wellbeing
Role:
Co-investigator
Funding Source:
Economic and Social Research Council
2014
ESRC Multidisciplinary funding for doctoral events