Redefining sabbaticals: A strategic investment in early career researchers’ futures

Suchikova, Y. and Nazarovets, S. (2024) Redefining sabbaticals: A strategic investment in early career researchers’ futures Policy Futures in Education (0(0)). pp. 1-7. ISSN 1478-2103

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Abstract

This paper explores the evolving role of sabbaticals in higher education, particularly emphasizing their potential impact on early career researchers (ECRs). Traditionally, sabbaticals have been viewed as a privilege for senior academics, designed to provide periods of rejuvenation and scholarly productivity. However, we argue that ECRs, who face unique pressures such as the need for rapid publication, networking, and managing administrative duties, could greatly benefit from sabbatical opportunities. The article highlights barriers ECRs encounter, such as funding limitations and institutional resistance, and calls for a rethinking of policies to include diverse and flexible sabbatical formats. These changes, supported by government, institutional, and departmental initiatives, could help mitigate burnout, foster innovation, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of academic careers.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: sabbaticals; early career researchers; research productivity; career development
Subjects: Статті у базах даних > Scopus
Статті у базах даних > Web of Science
Divisions: Бібліотека
Depositing User: Сергій Андрійович Назаровець
Date Deposited: 13 Sep 2024 10:16
Last Modified: 13 Sep 2024 10:16
URI: https://elibrary.kubg.edu.ua/id/eprint/49672

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