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1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Keele University, UK.
Nurse Researcher
|October 7, 2016
Summary
This reflection explores the author's position in nursing and healthcare research, identifying as a 'midiphyte' with practical experience but not yet fully independent. The author also describes themselves as a 'butterfly' researcher, exploring diverse projects.
Area of Science:
- Nursing and Healthcare Research
Background:
- The author reflects on their career stage within the "Making My Mark" series.
- They identify their position as between early-career and established researchers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To self-assess the author's contribution and research identity.
- To define their current standing in the field of nursing and healthcare research.
Main Methods:
- Self-reflection and introspection.
- Referencing previous papers in the "Making My Mark" series for context.
- Utilizing colleague-coined terms like 'midiphyte' and 'butterfly' to describe their research status.
Main Results:
- The author identifies as a 'midiphyte,' possessing postgraduate training and research experience but not yet fully independent.
- They also describe themselves as a 'butterfly,' actively exploring various research projects without a narrowly defined niche.
Conclusions:
- The author's current research identity is characterized by a blend of practical experience and exploratory engagement.
- This self-assessment provides insight into the career trajectories of researchers in nursing and healthcare.
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