Why a WG on research assessment and incentives?
Trustworthy research is built on rigor, transparency and reproducibility. Yet, current research assessment systems for hiring, promotion and funding often fail to recognise the research practices that foster these essential qualities. The SwissRN Working Group (WG) on Research Assessment and Incentives aims to explore how researchers can be better acknowledged and rewarded for strengthening the integrity and credibility of their research. Through dialogue with institutions and key stakeholders, the group seeks to drive a culture shift toward a responsible research assessment system – one that values and incentivises good research practices.
Who we are and how we work
The WG is currently in a phase of renewal. Until now, the group’s efforts have focused on contributing to the broader international dialogue through the CoARA (Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment) working group on Responsible Metrics and Indicators. SwissRN has been actively involved as a member of the steering committee for this CoARA WG.
As that work concludes, we are now reactivating the WG on Research Assessment and Incentives within SwissRN and looking to grow our team. We welcome motivated members from across the SwissRN network to help shape the group’s direction, set priorities, and foster a culture of research assessment that values integrity, reproducibility, transparency and rigor. If you are interested in contributing to meaningful change in how researchers are assessed and rewarded, both in Switzerland and beyond, we invite you to get involved. To join the working group, please fill this quick form and we will be in touch!
Contact person: Rachel Heyard