Dr. Sunyu Chai

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sunyu Chai is a Lecturer in Digital Entrepreneurship at Southampton Business School, University of Southampton. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Boston, awarded in 2022, where he received the Dean’s Fellowship for his doctoral studies. His dissertation, "Exploring Relations Work, Organization, Technology in Contemporary Society," developed theoretical foundations to shape the intricate relationships in these fields. Sunyu's research examines the phenomenological dimensions of technology and critically analyzes the scholarly methodologies and epistemologies that underpin organization management theories. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary work that fosters creative discussions regarding the evolving digital landscape and the cultural transformations within industries. His work is recognized in various publications and conferences, including presentations at the Academy of Management and the European Group on Organization Studies. He also serves as an ad-hoc reviewer for peer-reviewed journals. Sunyu's teaching portfolio includes module leadership and supervision of dissertations for MSc Digital Business, as well as previous experience lecturing in Strategic Management and Public Policy.

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Experience

Lecturer

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, United Kingdom

Lecturer in Digital Entrepreneurship at Southampton Business School, overseeing MSc Digital Business and supervising undergraduate and PhD students.

Awards

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Ph.D. Award

2018-01-01
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Craig R. Bollinger Memorial Research Grant

2020-01-01
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Early Career Researchers Career Development Fund

2023-01-01