1. Experiences of recruitment and retention in academia: A collaborative autoethnography of early-career faculty members of color.
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Heidari, Omeid, Adhia, Avanti, Gondwe, Kaboni W., Shin, Michelle B., Suárez-Baquero, Daniel F.M., and Ward, Teresa M.
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Recruitment and retention of diverse faculty in schools of nursing continues to be an important challenge but little has been written from the perspectives of early-career faculty of color on their decision to join academia and their retention. We aim to understand the perspectives of a cluster hire of early-career faculty of color on their recruitment, mentorship and support received, and resources needed for long-term retention. Five faculty members conducted a joint autoethnography of their perspectives through recruitment, hiring, and first year as faculty. Two group discussions were analyzed for emergent themes using thematic analysis, maintaining reflexivity. Four themes were identified: Intentionality to diversity faculty, Plan for professional development, Clear antiracism diversity equity and inclusion standards, and Retention enablers and barriers. We provide strategies (e.g., targeted resources, diverse cluster hires, building community) to inform recruitment and retention of early-career faculty of color. • Early-career faculty of color present their perspectives on recruitment and retention. • Cluster hiring diverse faculty reduced feelings of isolation and promoted collaboration. • Clear Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion standards influenced decisions to join faculty. • BIPOC faculty development should include mentorship and leadership training. • Competitive compensation, including with salary and contracts, enable retention. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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