Call for applications: Doctoral Research Associate

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The Center for Psychosocial Organization Studies is seeking a Doctoral Research Associate for a one-year, renewable, part-time position. This is an unpaid but flexible opportunity for doctoral students, and clinical and academic psychoanalytic candidates who want to deepen their engagement with psychosocial perspectives on organizations, work, and society. Doctoral Research Associates will gain experience in research, grant writing, fundraising, and communications, while also participating in Center reading groups, seminars, and mentoring opportunities. Benefits include free membership, listing on the website, mentorship with a research associate or board member, publication and presentation opportunities, and networking with an international scholarly community.

The role is designed to complement doctoral study and professional commitments. While unpaid, it has the potential to evolve into a funded position as CPOS expands its grant writing and fundraising initiatives. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those historically underrepresented in academia, psychoanalysis, healthcare, and business.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and names of two references (letters not required) as a single PDF to: Mindy Duncan, surfacingtheorg@gmail.com.

Read more: https://surfacingtheorganization.com/2025/09/18/apply-doctoral-research-associate/

CPOS Fall/Winter Study Group begins September 18

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In this set of readings we will explore Christophe Dejours’ Psychopathology of Work. Each month, we will read and discuss chapters in the book along with relevant articles, reflecting on how unconscious processes, organizational structures, and subjective experience shape work and mental health. Our goal is to develop a shared conceptual and clinical framework for understanding the psychopathology of work and strategies for organizational practice.

Anyone who is interested in psychosocial perspectives on organizations, work, and society is welcome to participate. We meet every third Thursday at 11am CT.

To learn more contact Mindy Duncan, surfacingtheorg@gmail.com.

Sara Elias becomes Editor-in Chief

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Sara Elias, PhD, a founding member of the Center for Psychosocial Organization Studies, recently became an Editor-in-Chief at the Scandinavian Journal of Management. According the journal's website its aim is to "provide an international forum for innovative and carefully crafted research on different aspects of management." The journal strives to "promote dialogue and new thinking around theory and practice, based on conceptual creativity, reasoned reflexivity and contextual awareness." Dr. Elias has been a Research Associate at the Center for Psychosocial Organization Studies since 2019.

Dr. Linden Dalecki joins CPOS

The Center for Psychosocial Organization Studies is pleased to welcome our newest Research Asssociate, Dr. Linden Dalecki.

Linden Dalecki is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Pittsburg State University's Kelce College of Business and a former Chair of the Kansas International Trade Coordinating Council. Linden's current research interests include psychosocial consumer behavior, social entrepreneurship, and leadership in extreme environments.

In addition to his role as a Research Associate, Dr. Dalecki will also serve as a member of the governing board.

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Intersubjectivity in psychoanalysis

Jonathan Dunn's critical review of intersubjectivity in psychoanalysis provides a framework for understanding the relational aspects of organizational life. By acknowledging the co-constructed nature of experiences and the significance of interpersonal dynamics, organizations can foster environments that promote psychological well-being and collective success.