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Not Too Late to Reinvigorate: How Midcareer Faculty Can Continue Growing
1J. Bickel is a leadership and career development coach, Falls Church, Virginia.
Summary
Midcareer faculty in academic health systems (AHSs) can overcome career stagnation by focusing on personal values and adaptable strategies. AHSs can support faculty by assessing job satisfaction and creating new leadership opportunities.
Area of Science:
- Academic Medicine
- Faculty Development
- Career Advancement
Background:
- Midcareer faculty in academic health systems (AHSs) are crucial but often face career plateaus.
- Despite a desire for meaningful work, promotion opportunities may be limited for this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe growth-promoting strategies for midcareer AHS faculty.
- To provide actionable advice for individuals and institutions to foster continued engagement and career satisfaction.
Main Methods:
- Drawing on over 40 years of experience with AHS faculty.
- Incorporating principles of adult development and resilience research.
- Suggesting personal reflection and institutional adjustments.
Main Results:
- Reexamining personal values and identifying modifiable aspects of one's situation can reveal new possibilities.
- Faculty can become more agile by shifting focus from constraints to controllable elements.
- Institutional changes, such as assessing satisfaction and setting term limits for leadership, can facilitate adjustments.
Conclusions:
- Midcareer faculty can proactively shape their careers by adapting strategies to their values and circumstances.
- Academic health systems play a vital role in supporting faculty through midcareer transitions.
- Fostering a culture that redefines career success is essential for faculty retention and engagement.
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