Riikka Hofmann
Professor of the Learning Sciences · School of Humanities and Social Sciences · University of Cambridge
Quick answer: Riikka Hofmann is Professor of the Learning Sciences at University of Cambridge. Riikka Hofmann shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ I will consider PhD and EdD applications in the areas of professional learning, professional change, organisational learning, dialogue and learning, medical education, clinical and educational leadership. My group has doctoral students from a range past studies and professions, and from different parts of the UK and the world, studying these topics.
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Research interests
Professional learning and change in educational and healthcare settings; Interaction and dialogue in educational and professional settings; Learning to lead in Medicine; Pedagogic innovation and equity in education; Sociocultural psychology and cultural-historical activity theory
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2025] Sullanmaa, J., Tikkanen, L., Toom, A., Beijaard, D., Hofmann, R. & Pyhältö, K. (2025). Participative Decision-Making and Work-Environment Fit as Facilitators of Early Career Teachers’ Occupational Wellbeing: A Cross-Country Comparison. International Journal of Leadership in Education. [LINK]
[2025] Rajala, A., Cortez, A., Hofmann, R., Jornet, A., Lotz-Sisitka, H., & Markauskaite, L. (Eds.). (2025). Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Learning Sciences - ICLS 2025. Helsinki, Finland: International Society of the Learning Sciences. [LINK]
[2025] Kajamaa, A., Muukkonen, H., Wiig, C., Hofmann, R., Woodward, R., Gormley, G., O’Hare, S., Conn, R. & Säljö, R. (2025). Leveraging Simulations in Higher Education to Transform Learning and Professional Practice. In: A. Rajal
Frequently asked questions
Is Riikka Hofmann hiring PhD students at University of Cambridge?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Riikka Hofmann's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: I will consider PhD and EdD applications in the areas of professional learning, professional change, organisational learning, dialogue and learning, medical education, clinical and educational leaders.
What does Riikka Hofmann research?
Professional learning and change in educational and healthcare settings; Interaction and dialogue in educational and professional settings; Learning to lead in Medicine; Pedagogic innovation and equity in education; Sociocultural psychology and cultural-historical activity theory
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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