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Survey
In December 2001, a survey (
 pdf, 77 Ko) has been sent out to male and female PhD students and postdocs of NCCR Plant Survival in order to determine their particular needs and to implement appropriate measures promoting equal opportunities in science.
The response was good with 60% of all surveys being returned (women 70%, men 52%). Overall, both genders showed similar characteristics and concerns: Among others, most PhD students and postdocs did expect conflicts between professional and private life, especially in terms of family planning, and believed in part-time work as one possible way to deal with these conflicts. The most noticeable difference between female and male respondents was a greater degree of uncertainty with respect to future career advancement among women. Indeed, more than one third of all women had no clear plans for their future career and women seemed to be a little bit less determined to reach higher academic levels or to go towards management. This aspect has to be addressed, as it could become a crucial factor in upcoming career decisions where often a high degree of determination is a necessity. Results ( MeasuresMeasures are planned to address the significant decline in the percentage of women at higher academic level.All PhD students, postdocs as well as senior researchers receive EO-related information through regular emails from the EO officer. Furthermore, this continuously updated web page features a list of Equal Opportunities offices, databases, networks, funding opportunities, and aspects of family and career compatibility. In collaboration with the EO office of the University of Neuchâtel, a personal consulting/information service is offered to PhD students and postdocs covering aspects of career planning, networking, funding, and childcare. All PhD students females registred in the NCCR Plant Survival Graduate School, or males if their female partner at the time of application pursues an academic career, may be eligible to receive a supplementary family allocation for financial aid for childcare (day nursery, day-care center, nanny, aupair….). This amount of 250.- / month maximum by couple is reimbursed by sending the following form (form_eo.pdf) with the presentation of original receipts to MCU accountant.- See Eligibility criteria. Courses and workshops are offered. Topics will include career planning, portfolio development, recognition and use of skills, family and career, as well as visibility of women in scientific careers. Next courses: |
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