OP Lab Members
OP Lab Members
Kawon KIM
Principal Investigator
kawon@snu.ac.kr
Kawon is the Principal Investigator at the SNU OP Lab and an Associate Professor of Organizational Psychology in the Department of Psychology at SNU. Before joining SNU, she was an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management in the Department of Marketing and Management at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior at London Business School after completing her B.A. and M.A. in Psychology at SNU. Her research topics center around diversity, recruitment and selection, and entrepreneur behavior.
Seungju is a doctoral student at the SNU OP Lab. He holds a bachelor's degree in leadership from the Korea Military Academy and a master's degree in clinical and counseling psychology from Seoul National University. His research spans a diverse array of topics within organizational and military psychology, including stress and coping mechanisms, VR-based military training, peer effects, self-concept, and organizational commitment. At the core of his academic inquiry lies a deep fascination with how individuals can contribute meaningfully to their groups while maintaining a distinct sense of self—navigating the intricate balance between individualism and collectivism. He explores the nuanced interplay among leaders, peers, and even followers in cultivating this delicate equilibrium. Additionally, he is keenly interested in the factors that foster a “mature life”—one that strengthens human connections among group members and enhances humanity.
Jihyun is a master’s student at the SNU OP Lab. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Business Administration from Chung-Ang University with summa cum laude distinction. Her research interest centers around communication in organizational settings, specifically focusing on recruitment and selection. Using various research methodologies, she hopes to facilitate mutual growth for both individuals and organizations.
Joonho is a master’s student at the SNU OP Lab, having earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Resource Management from Rutgers University, the State University of New Jersey, with magna cum laude distinction. His research interests focus on understanding and delving into the challenges in the workplace, particularly conflict and diversity issues such as microaggression. His overarching goal is to contribute to the creation of fair and undiscriminating workplaces.
Hanna IM
Graduate Student
hanna21@snu.ac.kr
Hanna is a master’s student at the SNU OP Lab. She graduated from the Department of Psychology at Korea University with summa cum laude distinction. Her research interests center on how different work orientations and the experience of meaningful work influence individual motivation and organizational outcomes. She hopes to discover ways to build organizational cultures where employees can find meaning in what they do, promoting both personal growth and collective performance.
Seohyeon PARK
Graduate Student
seohyeon46@sun.ac.kr
Seohyeon is a master’s student at the SNU OP Lab. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Chung-Ang University. Her research interests revolve around understanding the dynamics of feedback exchange and interpersonal interactions within teams. She is particularly intrigued by the impact of these dynamics on individuals in the workplace. Seohyeon's overarching goal is to contribute to discovering and fostering meaning within the microcosm of the workplace, with the aim of creating opportunities for the workplace to positively impact individuals' lives.
Yeri CHANG
Graduate Student
kori422@snu.ac.kr
Yeri is a master’s student at the SNU Organizational Psychology Lab. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Seoul National University. She aims to explore phenomena related to age stereotypes and discrimination in the workplace, with a particular focus on older workers. Her ultimate goal is to eliminate ageism in the workplace. Currently, she is interested in older workers’ “self-concepts” as a potential breakthrough. By employing diverse research methodologies, Yeri hopes to contribute to creating workplaces where no older worker has to endure negative experiences simply due to their age.
Kiwon LEE
Research Intern
Kiwon is a research intern at the SNU OP Lab. He is majoring in Sociology with a minor in Philosophy at Hanyang University. His research interests include decision-making at both micro and macro levels, communication, and organizational problem-solving processes. Kiwon’s overarching goal in studying organizational psychology is to explore and propose rational, effective strategies for improving communication and problem-solving within groups and individuals. Currently, he is committed to actively engaging in lab activities and developing his capabilities as a researcher.
Dongkyeong LEE
Research Intern
Dongkyeong is an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology at Chung-Ang University and a research intern at the SNU OP Lab. Her research interests center on organizational well-being, cross-cultural variations in organizational characteristics, and application of text analysis in organizational studies. She is particularly interested in understanding how cultural contexts shape workplace experiences and aspires to contribute to the field of organizational psychology by leveraging computational research methods.
Soomin HONG
Research Intern
Soomin is an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology at SNU and a research intern at the SNU OP Lab. Her academic interests lie in team diversity, organizational change, and emotional dynamics in the workplace. She aims to develop accessible and evidence-based interventions that promote both individual well-being and organizational effectiveness, drawing from perspectives in psychology and business management. At the OP Lab, she is assisting with research projects examining psychological processes in startup environments.
Shinhye Ahn (2021-2022, Post-doctoral Researcher), Currently at Korean Women's Development Institute
Hyojin Kim (2021-2022, Lab Manager)
Sooyoun Kristina Zong (2021, Post-master's Researcher), Currently a doctoral student at Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge
Boyoung Song (SNU, Psychology & Business Administration)
Hanna Im (Korea University, Psychology)
Sangjun Han (SNU, Psychology & Business Administration)
Seohyeon Park (Chung-Ang University, Psychology)
Yeri Chang (SNU, Psychology)
Hanna Im (Korea University, Psychology)
Junsu Chang (SNU, Economics)
Minyoung Chung (Sookmyung Women's University, Social Psychology)
Seohyeon Park (Chung-Ang University, Psychology)
Jaeeun Jung (SNU, Psychology)
Joonho An (Rutgers University, Psychology & Human Resource Management)
Kieon Song (University College London, Psychology with Education)
Haeseok Lee (SNU, Psychology)
Jihyun Koo (Chung-Ang University, Psychology & Business Administration)
Ji Hae Han (Yonsei University, Global MBA)
Jihyun Koo (Chung-Ang University, Psychology & Business Administration)
Kyuri Park (SNU, Psychology & Information Science and Culture)
Minji Lee (SNU, Psychology & Business Administration)
Dohyun Park (SNU, Psychology)
Nayeon Lee (Chung-Ang University, Psychology)
Sungmin Cho (SNU, Psychology & Statistics)
Heechan Yoon (SNU, Economics, Psychology & Business Administration)
Seoyoung Park (SNU, Psychology & Political Science and International Relations)
Seungjoo Yoo (Sogang University, Business Administration & Psychology)
Suji Son (Korea University, Psychology & Political Science and International Relations)