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Overstretched and overlooked: solving challenges faced by early-career investigators after the pandemic

Brock A Humphries1, Priscilla Y Hwang2, Agnieszka A Kendrick3

  • 1Center for Molecular Imaging, Department of Radiology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, USA.

Trends in Cancer
|August 31, 2021
PubMed

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The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted research, particularly for early career investigators (ECIs). This study offers solutions to address the unique challenges ECIs face post-pandemic.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Research
  • Oncology Research
  • Investigator Development

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted scientific research globally.
  • Early career investigators (ECIs) faced unique and substantial challenges due to the pandemic.
  • Existing research has not adequately addressed the specific difficulties encountered by ECIs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and delineate the specific challenges faced by American Cancer Society-funded ECIs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To propose actionable recommendations for mitigating these challenges in the post-pandemic research landscape.
  • To support the career progression and research continuity of ECIs in oncology.

Main Methods:

  • The study was conducted by a group of American Cancer Society-funded ECIs.
  • Recommendations were formulated based on the collective experiences and identified challenges of ECIs.
  • Qualitative analysis of pandemic-related research disruptions and their impact on ECI careers.

Main Results:

  • ECIs experienced significant setbacks in research progress, funding, and career development due to the pandemic.
  • Key challenges included data collection disruptions, collaboration difficulties, and increased workload.
  • Specific needs for ECI support in the post-pandemic era were identified.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the unique challenges faced by ECIs is crucial for maintaining a vibrant research workforce.
  • Implementing targeted support strategies can help ECIs recover from pandemic-related disruptions.
  • Proactive measures are needed to ensure the long-term success of early career researchers in oncology.

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