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Gender Disparities in Academic Productivity and Promotion Among Endocrine Surgery Faculty
Allison M Ammann1, Aaron M Delman1, Mridula Bethi2
1The University of Cincinnati, Department of Surgery, Cincinnati, Ohio.
The Journal of Surgical Research
|May 13, 2022
Summary
Gender disparities exist in academic endocrine surgery, with men showing higher productivity and rank. Junior faculty exhibit no significant differences, but disparities emerge after 6-10 years in practice.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Surgical Sciences
- Academic Medicine
Background:
- Academic rank and metrics like publications and H-index are key measures of achievement.
- Understanding gender-based differences in these metrics is crucial for academic equity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender disparities in academic productivity and faculty appointments among endocrine surgeons in the United States.
Main Methods:
- Data collected from the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES) website.
- Academic practice identified by institution affiliation and faculty appointment.
- Metrics including publications, H-index, and weighted-RCR obtained from public databases.
Main Results:
- Men comprised 58% of the 258 AAES members in academic institutions.
- Men demonstrated significantly higher publications, H-index, weighted-RCR, and rank.
- No gender differences observed in junior faculty (0-5 years); disparities in metrics and rank emerged for men at 6-10 years in practice.
Conclusions:
- Gender disparities in academic productivity and faculty appointments are present among US endocrine surgeons.
- While junior faculty show parity, men gain an advantage in academic metrics and rank after 6-10 years.
- The sustainability of current efforts to promote equity requires further monitoring as faculty progress.
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