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SUBMITTER: Christian K
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7800379 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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]