postdoc

What is the main reason postdocs consider leaving research?

• Lack of funding
• Job insecurity
• Desire for industry experience
• Personal reasons

What percentage of institutions offer an Internal Working Group (IWG) for funding applications?

• 0.17
• 0.75
• 0.54
• 0.64

How many hours per week do Australian postdoctoral researchers typically work?

• 38 hours
• More than 41 hours
• Exactly 40 hours
• Less than 35 hours

What percentage of postdocs feel Australian researchers need overseas experience for competitiveness?

• 0.57
• More than 50%
• Less than 50%
• 0.43

What is a significant barrier to career development for postdocs?

• Lack of mentoring
• Insufficient networking opportunities
• Job security and funding
• Limited teaching opportunities

How do postdocs primarily develop new research skills?

• Self-directed learning
• Formal training programs
• Peer collaboration
• Supervisor guidance

What percentage of postdocs had no or few opportunities for work experience placements or internships?

• More than 75%
• About 65%
• Less than 50%
• 0.8

What role does teaching play in postdocs' career advancement?

• Highly important
• Somewhat important
• Not important
• Critical for some but not all

How many postdocs have considered moving their research program overseas?

• More than half
• Less than half
• Only those in certain fields
• A small minority

What proportion of postdocs are working on contracts of less than 3 years duration?

• More than 80%
• Less than 50%
• Exactly 70%
• Around 60%