Dr. Peter Hausdorf

Biography

Peter Hausdorf is a Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph. He specializes in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, focusing on research that addresses practical challenges within organizations. His academic work emphasizes the integration of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to explore various aspects of employee selection, health, well-being, and organizational effectiveness. Hausdorf has published extensively in journals and books, contributing to topics such as employee selection methods, workplace incivility, and the socio-cultural factors affecting mental ability tests. His research not only seeks to bridge the gap between academic theory and practice but also aims to involve graduate students as equal partners in research endeavors, fostering a collaborative environment. He holds a Ph.D. in Human Resources Management/Industrial Relations from McMaster University, an M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Guelph, and a B.Sc. in Psychology from McMaster University.

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