Michael Pinus
About Michael Pinus
Michael Pinus is a Post Doctoral Fellow currently working at Harvard Business School and Zgmund in Israel. He has extensive experience in psychology education and research, having held various teaching and counseling positions while earning multiple degrees in psychology from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and The Hebrew University.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Michael Pinus serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at Harvard Business School since 2020. In this role, he engages in advanced research focusing on emotional dynamics and emotional regulation strategies. His work includes collaboration with advisors from Harvard Business School and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, contributing to the academic community through innovative research.
Professional Experience in Psychology
Michael Pinus has extensive experience in the field of psychology. He has held various positions, including Head of Psychology at Zgmund since 2020, and previously worked as a Teaching Assistant at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev from 2013 to 2017. His roles also included Therapeutic-social Counselor at organizations such as Orr Shalom and Kivunim, where he supported youth at risk.
Educational Background in Psychology
Michael Pinus studied at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology from 2015 to 2020. He also obtained a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the same institution between 2012 and 2014. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at The Hebrew University, studying from 2009 to 2012.
Research Focus and Collaborations
Michael Pinus leads research on emotional dynamics, focusing on minute-to-minute emotional regulation strategies and emotional contagion. His studies explore the interactions between emotional regulation processes, network selection, group cohesion, and diversity motivations. He collaborates with notable advisors in his research endeavors.
Teaching Experience in Academia
Throughout his career, Michael Pinus has gained teaching experience in various academic settings. He worked as a Part-time Teacher at Achva Academic College from 2018 to 2019 and at Sapir College from 2019 to 2020. His teaching roles complemented his research activities and contributed to his expertise in psychology.