About Nino Kajaia
Dr. Nino Kajaia, Ph.D. in Psychology, is a Professor at The University of Georgia. Her academic and professional expertise spans organizational psychology, mental health, social psychology, and human resources management. She combines academic research with applied practice, contributing to curriculum development, institutional research projects, and professional psychological consultancy.
Academic Background & Career
Ph.D. in Psychology: Tbilisi State University
Academic Appointments: Associate Professor / Lecturer, Psychology Department, University of Georgia
Previous Roles
Psychologist, British–Georgian Academy (work with children and teachers)
Assistant Professor, Tbilisi State University
Head of Human Resources, National Assessment and Examination Center (NAEC)
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International Experience: Participant in the TEMPUS–TASIS education project at the University of Hertfordshire (UK), focusing on curriculum development
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Research Leadership: Principal investigator of the research project Talent Identification Matters in cooperation with a Georgian university
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Professional Practice: Co-founder of the psychology consultancy Trustspace (Trustspace.ge)
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Current Position: Human Resources Manager, National Center for Educational Research
Research & Publications
Dr. Kajaia’s scholarly and professional output focuses on applied and theoretical aspects of psychology, including:
Organizational psychology
Mental and health psychology
Social and conflict psychology
Human resources management
She is the author of the book Conflict Psychology and has contributed to research-driven institutional development projects.
Education & Expertise
Ph.D. in Psychology, Tbilisi State University
Specialization in Organizational Psychology, Mental Health, Social Psychology, and Human Resources Management
Professional Identifiers & Links
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5764-3563
Personal / Academic Website: https://trustspace.ge
Contact Information
Email: ninokajaia66@gmail.com
