Journal Article

DKFZ-2024-00916

http://join2-wiki.gsi.de/foswiki/pub/Main/Artwork/join2_logo100x88.png Recognising the importance and impact of Imaging Scientists: Global guidelines for establishing career paths within core facilities.

Wright, G. D. ; Thompson, K. A. ; Reis, Y. ; Bischof, J. ; Hockberger, P. E. ; Itano, M. S. ; Yen, L. ; Adelodun, S. T. ; Bialy, N. ; Brown, C. M. ; Chaabane, L. ; Chew, T.-L. ; Chitty, A. I. ; Cordelières, F. P. ; De Niz, M. ; Ellenberg, J. ; Engelbrecht, L. ; Fabian-Morales, E. ; Fazeli, E. ; Fernandez-Rodriguez, J. ; Ferrando-May, E.DKFZ* ; Fletcher, G. ; Galloway, G. J. ; Guerrero, A. ; Guimarães, J. M. ; Jacobs, C. A. ; Jayasinghe, S. ; Kable, E. ; Kitten, G. T. ; Komoto, S. ; Ma, X. ; Marques, J. A. ; Millis, B. A. ; Miranda, K. ; JohnO'Toole, P. ; Olatunji, S. Y. ; Paina, F. ; Pollak, C. N. ; Prats, C. ; Pylvänäinen, J. W. ; Rahmoon, M. A. ; Reiche, M. A. ; Riches, J. D. ; Rossi, A. H. ; Salamero, J. ; Thiriet, C. ; Terjung, S. ; Vasconcelos, A. D. S. ; Keppler, A.

2024
Wiley-Blackwell Oxford [u.a.]

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Abstract: In the dynamic landscape of scientific research, imaging core facilities are vital hubs propelling collaboration and innovation at the technology development and dissemination frontier. Here, we present a collaborative effort led by Global BioImaging (GBI), introducing international recommendations geared towards elevating the careers of Imaging Scientists in core facilities. Despite the critical role of Imaging Scientists in modern research ecosystems, challenges persist in recognising their value, aligning performance metrics and providing avenues for career progression and job security. The challenges encompass a mismatch between classic academic career paths and service-oriented roles, resulting in a lack of understanding regarding the value and impact of Imaging Scientists and core facilities and how to evaluate them properly. They further include challenges around sustainability, dedicated training opportunities and the recruitment and retention of talent. Structured across these interrelated sections, the recommendations within this publication aim to propose globally applicable solutions to navigate these challenges. These recommendations apply equally to colleagues working in other core facilities and research institutions through which access to technologies is facilitated and supported. This publication emphasises the pivotal role of Imaging Scientists in advancing research programs and presents a blueprint for fostering their career progression within institutions all around the world.

Keyword(s): Global BioImaging ; Imaging Scientist ; career path ; collaboration ; core facilities ; global survey ; innovation ; professional development

Note: 2024 Jun;294(3):397-410

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Contributing Institute(s):

1. Informationstechnologie (W310)

Research Program(s):

1. 315 - Bildgebung und Radioonkologie (POF4-315) (POF4-315)

Appears in the scientific report 2024

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; BIOSIS Previews ; Biological Abstracts ; Clarivate Analytics Master Journal List ; Current Contents - Life Sciences ; DEAL Wiley ; Ebsco Academic Search ; Essential Science Indicators ; IF < 5 ; JCR ; SCOPUS ; Science Citation Index Expanded ; Web of Science Core Collection

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