Dr. Paolo Yaranon
Dr Paolo Yaranon is an Assistant Professor at Dublin City University Business School. He holds an MSc in Work and Organisational Psychology (2018) and a PhD (2023) from the Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick, where his doctoral studies were supported by the Kemmy Business School Dean’s Scholarship. His dissertation investigated the differential effects of insider and outsider workplace incivility on employee well‑being, as well as the buffering roles of personal resources such as resilience and self‑efficacy.
His research centres on interpersonal dynamics at work, with a particular focus on workplace mistreatment, especially incivility, and broader topics in occupational health psychology, including employee well‑being, resilience, and workaholism.
Dr Paolo Yaranon maintains an active teaching portfolio across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. At undergraduate level, he delivers Introduction to People Management and Organisational Psychology. At postgraduate level, he teaches Selection and Assessment and Research Methods in HRM. He has also previously taught modules such as Organisational Behaviour and Learning and Development.
He is a registered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Register of Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU) and a member of the European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology (EAWOP) and the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology (EAOHP).
Research Interests
His research focuses on interpersonal dynamics at work, workplace mistreatment, especially incivility, and aspects of occupational health psychology, including employee well-being, resilience, and workaholism.
Teaching Interests
My teaching interests focus on people management, with a particular emphasis on occupational health, well-being, and interpersonal dynamics at work. I am also passionate about organisational behaviour, employee selection and assessment, and human resource development.
My philosophy is that effective teaching is grounded in the principles of engagement, inclusivity, and critical thinking, to foster intellectual advancement that transcends the classroom to enhance life. As an educator, I am committed to empowering students to become active participants in their learning journeys, equipping them with the necessary skills, confidence, and mindset essential for making meaningful contributions to society.
In order to achieve this objective, I utilise a variety of pedagogical methods that cater to the distinct needs of my students while instilling a lifelong passion for learning. I draw upon my personal experiences to assist students in comprehending the complexities of life, applying educational content to real-life contexts to enhance relatability and impact. I incorporate technology and interactive activities within larger classrooms to maintain engagement and foster a strong sense of connection. In smaller settings, I offer individualised attention and promote collaborative discussions that stimulate deeper understanding and critical reflection.
CV
External Positions
- Assistant Professor, University of Limerick2020 – 2025
Academic Qualifications
- PhD, University of LimerickField of study: Social sciences2018 – 2023Award date: 28/08/2023
- Master's Degree, University of LimerickField of study: Social sciences2017 – 2018Award date: 15/01/2019
- Bachelor's Degree, Dublin Business SchoolField of study: Social sciences2012 – 2016Award date: 14/10/2016