Dr. Gülüm Özer is a Lecturer at King’s College London, specializing in organizational psychology with a focus on workplace bullying. She holds a Ph.D. in Social and Organizational Psychology from the University of Barcelona and has extensive professional experience in finance and administration with international companies.

Her research, recognized with awards and published in leading journals, examines the psychological impacts of workplace bullying on both perpetrators and victims. Dr. Özer is actively involved in academic committees and teaches at both King’s College London, UK and Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey. She is a member of key professional organizations and is fluent in Turkish and English.

Research Interests

• Workplace bullying
• Negative behaviours at work
• Psychological and physical factors
• Novel methodologies

Dr Gülüm Özer's research focuses on understanding the causes of workplace bullying (WB) and developing strategies to prevent it. The research project will develop a Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) tool to help individuals recognize and change their bullying behaviour. The study will involve surveys and daily diaries from participants, followed by an intervention using the GAI tool. The ultimate goal is to provide actionable recommendations for organizations and influence anti-bullying legislation.

Teaching modules

Module Lead in

• Research Methods (7PCSORME)
• Introduction to Organisational Behaviour (7PCSORGB)

PhD 

Dr. Gülüm Özer supervises PhD students and welcomes those who are passionate about stopping bullying.