James Chandler

James Chandler currently serves as the Head of Research at Acas since December 2021, previously holding the role of Senior Social Researcher. Prior to Acas, James worked at the House of Commons as a Policy Specialist from October 2019 to December 2021, leading research initiatives to support Select Committees. James also has experience as a Policy Advisor at The Work Foundation, where responsibilities included managing workplace health and wellbeing projects and leading research-driven reports. Earlier roles include various positions at The University of Salford, ranging from Research Assistant to Lecturer, and a Research Associate at Informa. James holds a PhD in Public Health from The University of Salford, an MA in Political Economy from The University of Manchester, and a BA in History & Politics from Keele University.