In order to take account of the impact of the pandemic on the already changing scholarly
communications and work-life of early career researchers (ECRs), the 4-year long …

The role of a scientist in society is undoubtedly extremely important. This thesis was
particularly confirmed by the global events of the beginning of the third decade of the 21st …

In this study, the scientific performance of Italian and Norwegian university professors is
analysed using bibliometric indicators. The study is based on over 36,000 individuals and …

Gender disparities in top-level academic positions are persistent. However, whether bias in
recruitment plays a role in producing these disparities remains unclear. This study examines …

Temporary contracts are increasingly used in academia. This is a major concern for non-
tenured researchers, since weak job security may hamper job satisfaction. This paper …

Professors have multiple responsibilities and tasks. They should contribute to research,
teaching and 'third mission'activities such as commercialisation of scientific knowledge and …

Due to the changing landscapes of higher education, a large body of research has studied
how scholars make sense of academic identities and careers. Yet, little is known about how …

Women and ethnic minorities underpopulate influential academic positions, even though
these groups are increasingly represented at the doctorate level. Does this imply that gender …

It is widely recognized that universities all around Europe have taken on a more market-
oriented approach that has changed the core of academic work life. This has led to a …

This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent
chapters of this book. The book provides an interdisciplinary approach, in which philosophy …