Dr. Jing Zhang | Triadic Framework | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Jing Zhang, Henan Agricultural University, China

Jing Zhang is a dedicated scholar in the field of applied psychology, currently serving in the School of Humanity and Law at Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, China. She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Psychology from Central China Normal University and was a jointly-trained doctoral student at Cardiff University in the UK. She earned both her MA and BA degrees in Applied Psychology and Psychology respectively from Northeast Normal University in Changchun, China. Throughout her academic and professional career, Jing Zhang has held teaching positions at Henan Agricultural University and Xinxiang Medical College, and completed educational practice at Jilin Animation College. Her research focuses on work psychology, stress, employee well-being, and cognitive-emotional processes in organizational settings. She has published numerous articles in reputed international journals such as International Journal of Psychology, Psychological Reports, Current Psychology, and Behavioral Sciences. Her work often explores the dynamics of work stress, work-life balance, creativity, and self-efficacy. Jing Zhang is proficient in statistical analysis using SPSS, Mplus, Amos, and other research software, and is fluent in Chinese with intermediate proficiency in English.

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Summary of Suitability: Dr. Jing Zhang – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jing Zhang is a dedicated and rising scholar in the field of Applied Psychology, with a strong academic background and cross-cultural research exposure. Her academic journey spans prominent institutions such as Central China Normal University, Cardiff University (UK), and Northeast Normal University, reflecting both depth and international collaboration in her scholarly development.

Education

• Ph.D. in Applied Psychology
  Central China Normal University, Wuhan, China

• Joint Doctoral Training in Applied Psychology
  Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom

• M.A. in Applied Psychology
  Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China

• B.A. in Psychology
  Northeast Normal University, Changchun, China

Work Experience

• Lecturer
  School of Humanity and Law, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, China

• Lecturer
  School of Psychology, Xinxiang Medical College, Xinxiang, China

• Educational Practice
  Jilin Animation College, China

Achievements and Research Contributions

Dr. Jing Zhang has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, demonstrating significant contributions in applied psychology, particularly in the areas of occupational stress, work engagement, work-life balance, and well-being. Selected publications include:

1. How Work Challenges Affect After-Work Mastery Experiences: The Role of Subjective Perceptions and Self-Efficacy, International Journal of Psychology (2025)

2. Exploring the Relationship Between Work Stress and Work-related Rumination, Psychological Reports (2024)

3. Reducing Work Withdrawal Behaviors When Faced with Work Obstacles: A Three-Way Interaction Mode, Behavioral Sciences (2023)

4. The Relationship Between Role Ambiguity and Workers’ Creativity during the COVID-19 Pandemic in China, IJERPH (2022)

5. Switch Off Totally or Switch Off Strategically? The Consequences of Thinking About Work on Job Performance, Psychological Reports (2020)

These works reflect her collaboration with international researchers, including Dr. Andrew P. Smith, and her strong analytical background using SPSS, Lisrel, Amos, Mplus, and Eprime.

Skills

• Languages: Fluent in Chinese; Intermediate proficiency in English

• Software Proficiency: SPSS, Lisrel, Amos, Eprime, Mplus

• Driving Experience: 13 years of driving experience

Awards and Honors

While specific awards are not explicitly listed in the available CV, Dr. Jing Zhang’s recurring publications in high-impact international journals and participation in international symposia (e.g., H-Workload 2021) reflect a high level of recognition and scholarly contribution in her field.

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