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A survey of early-career researchers in Australia.


ABSTRACT: Early-career researchers (ECRs) make up a large portion of the academic workforce and their experiences often reflect the wider culture of the research system. Here we surveyed 658 ECRs working in Australia to better understand the needs and challenges faced by this community. Although most respondents indicated a 'love of science', many also expressed an intention to leave their research position. The responses highlight how job insecurity, workplace culture, mentorship and 'questionable research practices' are impacting the job satisfaction of ECRs and potentially compromising science in Australia. We also make recommendations for addressing some of these concerns.

SUBMITTER: Christian K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7800379 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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A survey of early-career researchers in Australia.

Christian Katherine K   Johnstone Carolyn C   Larkins Jo-Ann JA   Wright Wendy W   Doran Michael R MR  

eLife 20210111


Early-career researchers (ECRs) make up a large portion of the academic workforce and their experiences often reflect the wider culture of the research system. Here we surveyed 658 ECRs working in Australia to better understand the needs and challenges faced by this community. Although most respondents indicated a 'love of science', many also expressed an intention to leave their research position. The responses highlight how job insecurity, workplace culture, mentorship and 'questionable resear  ...[more]

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