Employability Transition
We conduct applied research at the interface of psychology and human resource management. We work on applied innovations in human capital which promote lifelong learning, inclusion and a people-centred approach to technology.
Our applied research work contributes to the creation of modern and attractive employment. For example, through interventions aimed at improving the quality of work. From practical advice on lifelong learning, to our people-centred approach to technology, to promoting inclusion and diversity. We specifically focus on SMEs and professional people.
Our research group consists of six (associate) professors and more than forty applied researchers, PhD students and post-docs. Click here to subscribe to our quarterly newsletter or follow us here on LinkedIn!
Our areas of expertise
Inclusive work & technology
We use our knowledge of inclusive technology, co-design and people with vulnerable labour market positions to enable more people to have access to quality employment.
Strategic HRM and HRD
We use our knowledge of modern, attractive workplaces, learning communities and learning cultures to develop interventions that support lifelong learning.
People-centred technology
We support organisations in the people-centred use of technology utilising our knowledge of craftsmanship, people-technology collaboration and technology adoption.
Interested in collaboration or do you have questions?
Please contact us.
Stephan Corporaal
Our focus
This research group aims to use applied research to improve the quality of work and labour with lifelong learning being a given and where technology enhances people.
Inclusive Society
This line of research focuses on the sustainable employability of people with vulnerable labour market positions. We explore the potential of technology to harness the talents of people who are too often marginalised. This line of research is a joint project between Saxion University of Applied Sciences and the Verwey-Jonker Institute; it is led by Professor Ines Schell-Kiehl and Associate Professor Sjoerd de Vries.
Lifelong learning
This line of research focuses on achieving lifelong development in organisations through learning communities, attractive and effective HR(D) practices and career guidance. Within this track, we work on effective combinations of HR(D) practices that collectively encourage employees to learn and develop. The line of research is led by Professor Stephan Corporaal and Associate Professor Derk Jan Nijman.
People-centred Technology
We conduct practical research into the people-centred implementation and adoption of technology. We investigate how people and technology can enhance each other. For example, in robotics, AI and augmented reality. In addition, we investigate the impact of technology on organisational structure, quality of work, productivity and employee well-being. The line of research is led by Professor Paul Preenen and principal investigator (PI) Dr Niek Zuidhof.
By understanding where we can have the greatest impact on talent development, we can provide much more targeted, practical solutions for managers and employees.
How can we work together?
In TechYourFuture, various education and research groups from Saxion, ROC Twente, University of Twente and Windesheim join forces in shaping lifelong learning. Read more about TechYourFuture.
We collaborate with companies to attract and retain technical talent.
Within the TINT Apeldoorn network, a number of different parties are joining forces to make decent work accessible with the appropriate technological support. For example, in a learning community and in close collaboration with education and research groups from Saxion, Aventus, Lucrato, KIT, TNO. And with many companies in the Apeldoorn region, the ‘Stedendriehoek’ region and Technohubs in other regions.
Please contact us
The research group would be delighted to collaborate with you on creating an inclusive and sustainable labour market! Professor Stephan Corporaal: “We need to ensure that there is more mobility in the workplace.”
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Collaboration between research group, professional field and education
The research group works closely with the programmes of the School of Applied Psychology and Human Resource Management (AMA) and the School of Business, Building & Technology (BBT) in the form of minors, labs, graduation groups and research projects with students.
Related programmes
The research group participates in the following programmes:
Your studies at our research group
Would you like to collaborate with Saxion's applied researchers on a human capital issue such as attracting and retaining staff and promoting their development? We would be happy to meet with you and transform that idea into a concrete project or link it to our current projects.
Graduation projects
- Roald van den Bosch (2023) - How do we get people on board? A study into employee change capacity and the relationship with organisational strategy and HR.
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Cansu Ülger Ince (2023) - How do we get our people on board? A study into the adaptability of employees in technical SMEs.