Doctor, NHL Stenden, Netherlands
Education 🎓
Dr. Tatiana Ciff holds an impressive educational background spanning various disciplines. She attained her Executive Leadership certification from Said Business School, University of Oxford, in 2024. Prior to this, she completed her PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences from the University of Groningen, the Netherlands, in 2020. Her academic journey commenced with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from Spiru Haret University, Bucharest, Romania, in 2009. She further pursued her passion for languages with a Master’s in The Theory and Practice of Translation from Lucian Blaga University, Sibiu, Romania, in 2006, following which she earned a Bachelor’s degree in History and English from Petru Maior University, Targu-Mures, Romania, in 2000.
Work Experience 👩‍🏫
Dr. Tatiana Ciff brings rich experience to her roles, blending research, teaching, and coordination seamlessly. She currently serves as a researcher in the LLO working group at the University of the North (UvhN), the Netherlands. Furthermore, she holds a tenured position as a researcher in the Green Economics & Process Optimization Lectorate at NHLStenden, Leeuwarden, where she dedicates 50% of her time to research and the other 50% to teaching and coordination. Her journey at NHLStenden began in 2021 when she assumed the role of Senior Lecturer, designing and coordinating the IHRM Bachelor study program. Over the years, she has played key roles in educational program design, coordination, and teaching across various domains, shaping the academic landscape effectively.
Research Interests đź§
Dr. Tatiana Ciff’s research interests traverse the intricate realm of social-psychological aspects of human behavior, both in organizational settings and broader societal contexts. With a focus on emotion and interaction, motivation and self-efficacy, coaching and mentoring, and purposeful circular and sustainable economy, she delves into critical topics essential for understanding human dynamics. Additionally, her research explores themes such as human capital, diversity, equity, and cross-cultural leadership, aiming to contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in these areas.
Awards 🏆
Dr. Tatiana Ciff’s contributions have been recognized through various accolades and honors. Her dedication to excellence and innovation in research and education has earned her widespread acclaim within academic circles. As a testament to her outstanding achievements, she has received prestigious awards acknowledging her significant contributions to the field. These accolades stand as a testament to her unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering excellence in her endeavors.
Publications Top Notes 📚
- Career coaching in the Dutch higher education – A case study – (2016) Citations: 85
- Coaching in secondary and tertiary education: The effects of two interventions on students’ well-being and teachers’ stress (2020)
- (Zij)-instroom en behoud van personeel voor IT-functies (2023)
- Whether and how coaching for mental health and well-being should be offered in post-Covid-19 pandemic Dutch higher vocational education: coaches’ perceptions (2024)
- Challenges and opportunities in the tight Dutch IT labor market
- The effects of the YCDI! Mentoring Program on secondary and higher education students’ social-emotional skills