Being and becoming a “good” qualitative researcher? Liminality and the risk of limbo

Pagan,

doi:10.1108/qrom-04-2017-1523

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“…Thus, there is a need to move away from a recognition system that emphasises quantity over quality or that under-emphasises the latter (Richards et al, 2021). Yet, 'good' qualitative research does not always necessarily translate into a 'good' qualitative researcher simply because the measures to assess each differ and because of the liminality that exists between the transition between an ECR and an established researcher (Pagan, 2019). ECRs thus need to feel a sense of inclusivity, acceptance and recognition by peers (Skakni & McAlpine, 2017).…”

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Challenges that Early Career Researchers Face in Academic Research and Publishing

Silva¹

2021

EIRJ

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the academic community. Yet, in some respects, they occupy a selectively inferior niche due to structural constraints, as well as personal and professional limitations. ECRs, who are at an initial stage of their careers, face multiple challenges in research and publishing due to a relative lack of experience. These may make them vulnerable to abuse and cause stress and anxiety. Those challenges may have been amplified in the COVID-19 era. ECRs' efforts may unfairly boost the reputation of their mentors and/or supervisors (Matthew Effect), so greater credit equity is needed in research and publishing. This opinion paper provides a broad appreciation of the struggles that ECRs face in research and publishing. This paper also attempts to identify extraneous factors that might make ECRs professionally more vulnerable in the COVID-19 era than their established seniors. ECRs may find it difficult to establish a unique career path that embraces creativity and accommodates their personal or professional desires. This is because they may encounter a rigid research and publishing environment that is dominated by a structurally determined status quo. The role of ECRs' supervisors is essential in guiding ECRs in a scholarly volatile environment, allowing them to adapt to it. ECRs also need to be conscientious of the constantly evolving research and publishing landscape, the importance of open science and reproducibility, and the risks posed by spam and predatory publishing. Flexibility, sensitivity, creativity, adaptability, courage, good observational skills, and a focus on research and publishing integrity are key aspects that will hold ECRs in good stead on their scientific career path in a post-COVID-19 era.

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Challenges that Early Career Researchers Face in Academic Research and Publishing

Silva¹

2021

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“…However, often "good" research has been associated with fitting within criteria of being rigorous and trustworthy, which leads to ignoring the nuances of researchers' experience (deGama et al, 2019). This in turn makes it challenging to produce "good" and honest research because it can stifle a researcher's ability to reflect on their critical experiences (deGama et al, 2019;Pagan, 2019). Thus, as qualitative researchers in organization and management, we need to seriously reflect on our fieldwork.…”

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“Your westernized habits”: contextual nuances of qualitative research in Russia

Earl

2021

QROM

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PurposeFieldwork in emerging economies can be unpredictable and somewhat dangerous. The purpose of this article is to ascertain problematic issues that may arise when conducting qualitative research in emerging economies.Design/methodology/approachThe author reflects on her fieldwork in Russia in 2014 and 2015. Specifically, the author provides a reflection on her investigation on how the Russian government influences Russian MNEs' ability to deal with domestic institutional complexity and gain external legitimacy.FindingsThe author has encountered a number of unforeseen difficulties: the ethical dilemma, sensitivity of the topic, translation challenges and unexpected group interviews. Through this reflection, he develops specific tactics on how to deal with these circumstances when conducting research outside a Western context. He also provides recommendations on how researchers in emerging economies can deal with ethical dichotomy created by the pressure to follow ethical guidelines. Finally, he identifies a list of opportunities that Russia presents as a research site.Research limitations/implicationsThe reflections on fieldwork discussed in this paper can prove to be useful for qualitative researchers interested in conducting qualitative research in Russia. In particular, it provides specific recommendations on how to navigate Russia as a research site.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to the literature on issues related to methodological issues related to conducting research in emerging economies, as well as under research contexts, such as Russia.

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“…With this, students from different family backgrounds interact with other students. Pagan (2019) states that social interaction is a complex phenomenon, which the people are in some specific situation in which they act and react. This reaction is called social relationship and friendship gets much importance in human social relationship.…”

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Development of Social Groups among University Hostel Students

Khan,

Salah-ud-Din,

Mustafa

et al. 2024

AESSR

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The purpose of the present study was to investigate the development of social groups among hostel students at the university level in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The study was mainly concerned with the groups formed by students while residing in the university hostel. Participant observation and interviewing techniques were used to collect the data. The present study focused on how groups are formed among the hostel students, to what extent they support each other, establish social settings, and how they feel while living in such groups. The analysed data reports that the students have different perceptions based on their experiences, which in turn affect their behavioural patterns. A permanent friendship develops between these students due to their similar geographical belongingness and sharing the same academic interests. The findings will support universities in developing relevant policies to minimize untoward incidences in the hostel.

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Being and becoming a “good” qualitative researcher? Liminality and the risk of limbo

Cited by 6 publications

References 41 publications

Challenges that Early Career Researchers Face in Academic Research and Publishing

Challenges that Early Career Researchers Face in Academic Research and Publishing

“Your westernized habits”: contextual nuances of qualitative research in Russia

Development of Social Groups among University Hostel Students

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