NSF/SRS Postdoc Data Project: Phase 2

A multi-year project to study postdocs in the US

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FAS Data Collection

Data
The survey instrument was modified from the Quick-turnaround list assessment for individuals. The instrument collected data about:

  • Educational background
  • Current employment status and job characteristics
  • Professional affiliations
  • Connections with other postdocs
  • Demographic information
A section was added to capture work and research experiences in 2006.


Fielding the Funding Agency Study
The survey was administered between July and August, 2008 (a 6-week data-collection period).


Response rate
The response rate was 63% (AAPOR 2 response rate).



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