Jessie Gevaert
Biography
I am Dr. Jessie Gevaert, a dedicated sociologist, specializing in the Sociology of Work. I earned my PhD in Sociology from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel in September 2022, focusing on the job quality and well-being of the (solo) self-employed.
Currently, I serve as a postdoctoral researcher at BRISPO, where I lead and collaborate in international and national projects on self-employment, platform work, job quality, health outcomes from work and the impact of digitalization on work. Recently, I have also taken on the commitment to mentorship through teaching roles and supervision of bachelor’s and master theses.
My academic journey has extended beyond borders with research visits to esteemed institutions like the Karolinska Institute and the University of Manchester, as well as conference presentations worldwide. This global exposure not only enriches my professional pursuits, but also aligns with my personal love for exploration and travel.
Beyond academia, I find joy in connecting with relevant stakeholders to bridge the gap between research and real-world impact. I therefore seek collaborations with self-employment associations, policy makers and other actors involved with the self-employed population. Outside of work, I nurture a passion for pottery, a craft I’m eager to refine.
Finally, rooted in a personal connection to self-employment through my parents, I am driven to continue impactful research in this domain. Open to collaborations and discussions on self-employed populations, their working conditions, and health outcomes, I invite you to reach out!
Research projects:
EMPOWER – European platforM to PromOte Wellbeing and hEalth In the woRkplace (EU Horizon 2020)
Employment status and job quality (Eurobond)
Studie van de impact van de nieuwe arbeidsvormen op het welzijn op het werk (FOD WASO)
De platformeconomie als opstap naar duurzame werkgelegenheid: uitdagingen en voorwaarden (ESF)
Research keywords:
Entrepreneurship; Self-employment; Mental Well-being; OSH; Platform Work; Job Quality; Sociology of Work
Location
Pleinlaan 5
1050 Elsene
Belgium