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Tenure metrics: bibliometric education and services for academic faculty
1University of Buffalo, New York 14214, USA. dhendrix@buffalo.edu <dhendrix@buffalo.edu>
Medical Reference Services Quarterly
|May 1, 2010
Summary
Bibliometric indicators help researchers assess research impact. The University at Buffalo Health Sciences Library implemented a "Tenure Metrics" program to meet faculty demand for bibliometric analysis services.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical research
- Library science
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Bibliometric indicators are crucial for evaluating research influence and impact.
- Academic faculty increasingly request bibliometric analyses.
- The University at Buffalo (UB) Health Sciences Library (HSL) observed a rise in these demands.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the implementation of a new bibliometric service program at UB HSL.
- To assess the effectiveness and outcomes of the "Tenure Metrics" program.
- To identify challenges encountered during the program's rollout and operation.
Main Methods:
- Development and delivery of bibliometric workshops.
- Provision of one-on-one consultations for faculty.
- Tracking of service requests and program participation.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation of the "Tenure Metrics" program.
- Positive faculty engagement with workshops and consultations.
- Identification of specific challenges in delivering bibliometric services.
Conclusions:
- The UB HSL's "Tenure Metrics" program effectively addresses faculty needs for bibliometric support.
- Ongoing assessment and adaptation are necessary to overcome implementation challenges.
- Libraries can play a vital role in supporting research impact assessment through dedicated services.
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