The flipside collective engages students interested in researching how people overcome barriers and obstacles at work and in their careers.

flipside /ˈflip ˌsīd/ [noun]

1: a reverse or opposite side, aspect, or result.

2: the reverse or less known side of a pop single record; the B-side

The "Flipside Collective" engages students interested in studying how individuals overcome barriers and obstacles at work and in their careers. As shown above, the term "flipside" is defined as the reverse or opposite of a result, and in music, it traditionally referred to the B-side of a record (i.e., Side B of a 45 rpm phonograph record) that was less widely known.

In our research group, we seek to theorize and identify features that elicit new insights in the study of organizational behavior, even if it goes against conventional wisdom. Active projects in our collective include studying when low expectations foster success at the workplace and how employees and job seekers use the barriers and obstacles they face to their advantage. Responsibilities include helping with study design, conducting literature reviews, and providing feedback on research papers.

If you are a student and interested in conducting research with us, please send us the following information by visiting the University of Pennsylvania's Workday website for available positions or using the button below:

• Name

• Email address

• A description of your interests and how they align with our research

• A description of your future goals

• 2-3 research questions you want to study

• Details on how you would contribute and enrich our research

• Favorite article in organizational behavior and why it’s your favorite

• A copy of your resume or curriculum vitae

Lastly, if you are interested in Wharton’s PhD program, please apply to our PhD program at Wharton. I am willing to work with new PhD students who are admitted to our program during the next admissions cycle. A list of frequently asked questions is available here. To maintain fairness across applicants, I do not directly comment on specific applications before they are reviewed. Our department’s PhD Admissions Committee is responsible for reviewing applicants and making final decisions.