The purpose and process of science: contrasting understandings in UK research establishments

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Qualitative interviews of scientists/ managers in seven government-funded research establishments in UK reveal a diversity in scientists' notions of scientific purpose. The diversity exists not only with regards to the nature of their work, but also in terms of the progression of their careers and changes in their work. A diversity was also noted in scientists' understanding of the relationship between applied science and discovery.

Research & Development, Research institutes, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Science and technology policy, Science and state, Science policy, Scientists

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Careers in public sector science: orientations and implications

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Four career orientations are identified for public sector science, drawn from empirical research in New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and are analyzed with respect to key career drivers: the individual, the organization, and science. Implications for career management and research are discussed.

United Kingdom, Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Science & research, New Zealand, Career Planning, Sciences, Science, Research & Development, Research, Comparative analysis, Science, Career development, Vocational guidance, Public sector

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Time for a change? Women's accounts of the move from organizational careers to self-employment

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A study of women is presented with emphasis on three significant issues surrounding moves from a career within an organization to self-employment. Career discourses and the women's reasons for becoming self-employed are examined.

Women, Employment, Career changes, Self-employed persons, Self employed persons

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