Dr Jessica Lomas

School of Psychology

Senior University Teacher

jessica.lomas@sheffield.ac.uk

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Dr Jessica Lomas
School of Psychology
Interdisciplinary Centre of the Social Sciences (ICOSS)
219 Portobello
Sheffield
S1 4DP
Profile
I joined the University of Sheffield in 2019 as the Psychology Tutor in the Department for Lifelong Learning, working with mature learners. In 2022, I joined the School of Psychology as a University Teacher. I teach across various undergraduate and postgraduate modules, and have led on a wide range of educational initiatives in my previous roles of Senior Tutor and Director of Education. I am currently the Recruitment Lead for Psychology. 


I have also worked within various other higher education settings. My previous research was in the field of forensic psychology. Stemming from my interests in applied psychology, I have worked within secure hospitals, prison settings, community mental health services, and within voluntary sector organisations.

Qualifications
  • Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) 
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
  • PhD in Forensic Psychology, Nottingham Trent University
  • MSc Forensic Psychology and Mental Health, University of Manchester
  • BSc Psychology (First Class Honours), University of Manchester
     
Research interests

My primary research activities now centre around pedagogy, to enhance my own and others’ teaching and learning practices. I mainly use qualitative techniques. My interests are varied, though some examples include; co-creation; student-led initiatives; active learning; inclusivity; and considering the experiences of those with non-traditional entry routes into academia. 

My previous research background was primarily Forensic Psychology based. I explored reintegration and resettlement challenges for people with convictions and now deliver a third year module on this topic. 

Publications

Journal articles

Teaching activities

Offending Behaviours: Rehabilitation and Resettlement. Module Organiser.
Undergraduate Research Methods (Qualitative).
Third Year Project Supervision.
MSc Project Supervision.
MSc Research Methods. Module Organiser.
MSc Professional Skills for Psychologists. 
MSc Current Issues in Psychological Research.
Academic Tutor.

Professional activities and memberships

External Examining 
External Reviewing (Quality Assurance) 
Learning and Teaching Professional Recognition Scheme (LTPRS) Assessor 

PhD Opportunities

I am not currently accepting applications for PhD study.

We advertise PhD opportunities (Funded or Self-Funded) on FindAPhD.com

For further information, please see the department PhD Opportunities page.