Dr. Derek Albert

Derek is a Behavioural Science Fellow with the Impact and Innovation Unit of the Privy Council Office, where he works to apply behavioural science techniques and insights to inform government policies and programs. Prior to joining the Fellowship program, Derek worked as a Behavioural Science Consultant, supporting clients across various sectors, including technology, sustainability, transportation, and mental health.

Derek received his B.A. in Psychology and Behavioural Science, as well as his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Psychiatry from McGill University. His graduate research examined the contributions of depressed mood and attention difficulties to crash risk in young drivers, and tested interventions for reducing unsafe driving behaviours. Derek completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Waterloo where he studied attention and learning in education and high-risk workplace settings, while also specializing in online research methods.