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From bench to board-side: Academic teaching careers.
Edward A Freeman1, Nicole A Theodosiou2, William J Anderson3
1St. John Fisher College, 3690 East Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14618, USA.
Developmental Biology
|November 5, 2019
Summary
Pursuing academic careers in teaching offers Ph.D.s a fulfilling path distinct from research. Understanding institutional differences in teaching roles is crucial for navigating this competitive yet rewarding career option.
Area of Science:
- Academia
- Higher Education
- Faculty Development
Background:
- Ph.D. graduates seeking academic careers outside traditional research roles can pursue teaching positions.
- Faculty roles and expectations (teaching, research, service) vary significantly across different types of academic institutions.
- Primarily undergraduate institutions may require research and undergraduate mentorship, while research-intensive universities may focus solely on teaching.
Purpose of the Study:
- To delineate the distinctions among various academic teaching positions.
- To guide Ph.D.s considering a career in academia focused on teaching.
- To offer insights into the diverse demands and rewards of faculty teaching roles.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of faculty responsibilities across different institutional types.
- Inclusion of personal career narratives from individuals who chose teaching-focused academic paths.
- Qualitative review of the academic job market for teaching-centric roles.
Main Results:
- Teaching positions offer a viable and rewarding alternative to research-intensive careers for Ph.D. holders.
- Significant variation exists in the balance of teaching, research, and service expectations based on institutional focus (e.g., undergraduate vs. research-centered).
- The academic teaching career is competitive but provides unique professional fulfillment.
Conclusions:
- Ph.D.s should carefully consider institutional type when evaluating teaching positions.
- Understanding the spectrum of faculty roles is essential for career planning in academia.
- Personal narratives highlight the motivations and rewards associated with choosing a teaching-focused academic career.
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