Todd Landman

Todd Landman is a distinguished senior academic in political science specializing in comparative politics of human rights, with expertise in empirical theories, qualitative and quantitative methods, and measurement.

He holds the position of Professor of Political Science at the University of Nottingham and serves as the Research Director of The Rights Lab, focusing on research related to modern slavery.

Todd Landman has an extensive publication record in the field of human rights and is actively engaged in international consultancy, collaborating with various inter-governmental, governmental, and non-governmental organizations such as UNDP, International IDEA, DFID, and more.

With a robust educational background including a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science and Government from the University of Essex, Todd Landman is recognized for his systematic analysis of evidence, evidence-based policy making, impact assessment, and the measurement, monitoring, and analysis of development, democracy, governance, human rights, and modern slavery.

Aside from his academic pursuits, Todd Landman is associated with prestigious organizations such as the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), The Magic Circle, the Society of American Magicians, and the Royal Society of Arts, holding various leadership roles and memberships.

His professional experience ranges from being a Visiting Professor of Performance Magic at The University of Huddersfield to serving as the Founder of Psycrets and working as a Consultant for International IDEA and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Netherlands.

Todd Landman's rich professional background spans academic, consultancy, and leadership roles across multiple esteemed institutions, making him a respected figure in the field of political science and human rights.