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Peer reviewedReskin, Barbara F. – American Sociological Review, 1976
The results seriously question whether achievement norms govern status attainment for female scientists and whether science is, in fact, unique in its normative structure. (Author/AM)
Descriptors: Achievement Rating, Chemistry, Fellowships, Females
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Office of Scientific and Engineering Personnel. – 1983
This report updates a 1977 study (which explored the status of women in faculty, postdoctoral, and advisory posts) and examines any changes in the status of women faculty between 1977 and 1981. Drawing on more limited data, it also examines their situation in industry. Data for the report were obtained primarily from the 1981 Survey of Doctorate…
Descriptors: Career Ladders, College Faculty, College Science, Doctoral Degrees
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Commission on Human Resources. – 1981
Detailed findings on a broad range of issues concerning the importance of postdoctorals to the nation's research effort and the value of postdoctoral experience to young scientists and engineers pursuing careers in research are presented. The report, the first comprehensive study of postdoctorals in 10 years, identifies the following issues: (1)…
Descriptors: Compensation (Remuneration), Economic Opportunities, Education Work Relationship, Employment Opportunities
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Commission on Human Resources. – 1979
The status of women scientists in academic institutions is examined as well as women's current situation in postdoctoral training and their role on national science advisory boards. Obstacles that women must overcome to become professional scientists are discussed in Chapter I, focusing on cultural and structural factors. Characteristics,…
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Career Ladders, College Faculty, Doctoral Degrees
