Lincoln, Neb., Oct. 24, 2003 -- For the second time this year, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln was singled out by scientists as one of the top research institutions, according to a survey by the international magazine The Scientist.
The Oct. 20 issue of the magazine lists UNL as ninth of the top 10 institutions in its survey, "Best Places to Work" in Academia. The non-scientific, Web-based survey was conducted by The Scientist in September and polled researchers on their personal satisfaction with categories ranging from their interaction with peers, research resources, pay and benefits, teaching and mentoring opportunities, management, regulatory issues and others.
"The recipe for job satisfaction couldn't be simpler," The Scientist reporters Alexander Grimwade and Paula Park wrote in the Oct. 20 on-line issue. "...Give scientists colleagues with whom they can collaborate, and the tools -- both physical and financial -- they need to do their work." Survey respondents also reported valuing core facilities including libraries, microscopes, and up-to-date buildings that allow them to pursue cutting-edge research.
In February, UNL was listed by The Scientist as one of the top places to work for post-doctoral researchers. In that survey, UNL was ranked fifth among respondents as a "Best Place for Post-docs."
"We strive to create an environment that maximizes success for our researchers," said Prem Paul, vice chancellor for research. "We are pleased to be recognized in the company of major research institutions around the United States. Any listing like this, especially among peers, is another indicator of quality and respect that is noticed by colleagues, potential research faculty and graduate and post-graduate scientists."
Top on the list of U.S. research institutions in the "Best Places to Work in Academia" was Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, followed by Purdue, Yale, California-San Francisco; Minnesota, Cornell, the National Cancer Institute, Michigan State, UNL, and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Details about the listing are available at www.the-scientist.com.
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