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Im surprised the author does not mention tenure. I went to two uni's, one research based and one not. Once the professors hit tenure, the research professors mo
by Overtonwindow 4y ago
Im surprised the author does not mention tenure. I went to two uni's, one research based and one not. Once the professors hit tenure, the research professors mostly abdicated their teaching responsibilities, whereas the non-research just kept on teaching. I suspect once the author becomes tenured, and thus essentially immune to being fired or laid off, their tone will change.
- _Wintermute 4y agoThey didn't mention tenure because it doesn't exist in the UK or Norway.
- MichaelZuo 4y agoSo how are professors assured they won't be sacked for expressing controversial views?
- _Wintermute 4y agoI guess the same way as in other jobs. Academic controversy within your field of research I doubt they care as long as you continue to bring in money via grants, if you're in the national news bringing down the reputation of the institution/university then you'll be probably be sacked.
- MichaelZuo 4y agoMost, if not all, fields of research though do have implications for wider society. Especially in the social sciences.
- ModernMech 4y ago> Once the professors hit tenure, the research professors mostly abdicated their teaching responsibilities, whereas the non-research just kept on teaching. It's a lifecycle. Just-tenured professors are expected to spend those years being as productive as possible on research. That's what they're there for. Full professors conversely will neglect their research and focus much more on teaching, mentorship, and take on administrative roles.