Aybike Mergen
Asst. Prof.,
Education:
- PhD 2022, Management and Strategy, Koç University
- MA 2013, Political Science, Sabancı University
- MS 2011, Economics, Tilburg University,
- BA 2010, Economics, Koç University
Research:
- Followership,
- Emergence and effectiveness of leadership,
- AI, ethical decision making, toxic leadership
AI Research
Human side of AI adoption—how it reshapes leadership dynamics, decision-making, and employee engagement.
Explore how companies can implement AI in ways that are not only effective but also fair and trusted Drawing on insights from cognitive science and organizational behavior, I’m particularly interested in what enables or hinders employee buy-in during tech-driven transformations, and how leaders can manage expectations, build legitimacy, and navigate resistance.
AI governance—who controls these systems, how they are trained, and what structures are in place to ensure transparency, accountability, and equitable outcomes.
Glad to contribute to discussions around responsible AI use in organizations, especially where culture, leadership, and change intersect.
