Dr Joshua Wood

Dr Joshua Wood is a Lecturer in the Master of Psychology (Organisational), in the School of Psychology. His research focuses on personality in relation to three major themes: (a) the fundamentals of personality, including structure, cross-cultural comparisons, and response biases, (b) use in staff selection and development, and (c) health, safety, and well-being behaviours and outcomes. He has published in leading journals such as Psychological Bulletin and European Journal of Personality.

As a registered psychologist and industry-engaged researcher, Joshua's applied work focuses on HR and organisational psychology consulting. He has considerable experience designing and delivering evidence-based organisational interventions to achieve measurable improvements for clients. Joshua's psychology practice has focused on personality and cognitive ability in relation to staff selection and development, particularly as an aid to leadership coaching.

He finished a PhD focused on personality and psychometric assessments for staff selection in 2021, and a Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology in 2004.