Ph.D. Scholars: Aspirations, Expectations, Experiences
Strategic Intent
This survey is a part of background research for DST supported pilot GATI (Gender Advancement for Transforming Institutions). It is designed to explore the experiences of Ph.D. Scholars in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine) domains.

All genders are encouraged to respond. Individual perspective is of great importance. Responses from this survey will be used only for research purpose. The survey administrators are committed to protecting anonymity and ensuring confidentiality of your responses.

Instructions
  • Please read the questions carefully.
  • It is required to give the response to all questions marked by Asterisk *
  • It is essential to provide demographic data unless indicated as optional.
Reference
Mapping the Gender Landscape: GATI Survey Toolkit
Dr. Pratibha Jolly, PI GATI Framework Development, Academic Consultant NAAC
Ms. Priyanka Nupur, Research Associate, GATI Framework
Ms. Roja Rawal, Research Assistant, GATI Framework

Contact
gati.naac@gmail.com

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1. Research Experience

Indicate the level of your agreement with the following statements describing research environment in your institution. Choose as applicable.

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Can't say
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
1. Orientation/ induction programmes provide a comprehensive introduction to research programme
2. Coursework equips with required scientific knowledge for research and problem solving
3. Autonomy is provided in choosing research problems
4. Creativity in research and problem solving is encouraged
5. Training is provided on all aspects of research ethics and publication
6. Research supervisor provides timely and useful feedback on work
7. There is equal opportunity for capacity development for all scholars
8. Research Advisory committee provides feedback and mentoring
9. Quality of research is emphasized instead of research metrics
10. Scholars get opportunities to work with collaborative groups and network professionally
2. Academic and Research Progession

2.1 Competence and Confidence

Indicate the extent of your confidence in the skills and competencies along the dimensions listed below. Choose as applicable.

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Can't say
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. Understanding of domain knowledge
2. Research methods, tools and techniques
3. Scientific writing and publications
4. Writing research grant proposals
5. Project management
6. Communication and presentation
7. Collaboration and networking
8. Negotiation and conflict resolution
9. Applying for fellowships and awards
10. Leadership potential

2.2 Accomplishments

Indicate the extent of your satisfaction with acccomplishments during your Ph.D. tenure along the dimensions listed below. Choose as applicable.

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Not at all
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. Publication in peer reviewed journals
2. Chapters in edited volumes
3. Publication in conference proceedings
4. Publication as single author
5. Publication as first author
6. Publication as co-author
7. Conference/ Seminar presentation
8. Poster presentation
9. Invited talks
10. Chairing session
3. Workplace Culture and Experience
3.1 Gender Responsiveness

Indicate the level of your agreement with the following statements describing the environment in your institution. Choose as applicable. *
Not at all
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. Research scholars of all genders are treated with respect and dignity
2. Fair opportunities are available irrespective of socio-economic status and other identities
3. It is safe for female scholars to work and attend events at late hours in the institution
4. There is a sense of cooperation/collaboration among research scholars of different genders
5. Male scholars feel uncomfortable with female scholars who outperform them
6. Both male and female research scholars need gender sensitization
7. Female research scholars feel confident in voicing their concerns and opinions
8. Research scholars are represented in decision-making committees
9. Research community is vocal and supportive on issues of LGBTQ+ community
10. Research scholars’ concerns over violation of research ethics are addressed
3.2 Social Interactions

Indicate the extent to which the institution has impacted your personal, social, emotional experiences along the following dimensions. Choose as applicable.
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Not at all
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. I have been able to develop friendships with researchers of all genders
2. I prefer collaborating with those of same gender
3. I am comfortable working in competitive environment
4. I prefer to spend time online rather than engage in in-person interactions
5. I feel some research group members dominate in all institutional/ departmental activities
6. I feel research group members are cooperative and open to sharing research ideas
7. I am able to express opinions and ideas freely in all forums
8. I am able to resolve conflicts in personal relationships at my own level
9. I do not believe that special consideration should be given to gender in STEMM education and research
10. I feel participating in gender related discussions and activities have changed my worldview

3.3 Perceptions of the Workplace

Indicate the words that best describe your overall perception of the workplace from the list given below, restricting to ten.

Please tick (✓) any 10 as applicable.
Tick any ten
1. Collaborative
2. Respectful
3. Rigid
4. Challenging
5. Engaging
6. Fair
7. Nepotistic
8. Nurturing
9. Unsupportive
10. Inclusive
11. Biased
12. Discriminatory
13. Diverse
14. Family-friendly
15. Stressful
16. Safe
17. Motivating
18. Competitive
19. Demanding
20. Encouraging
4. Gendered Perceptions
Indicate the level of your agreement with the perceptions along the following dimensions. Choose as applicable.
Can't Say
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
1. Special effort is needed to motivate female students to make a career in science
2. Females are more hard working and perform better in examinations
3. Group work gives a good opportunity for mixed gender groups to work together
4. Male faculty make better research supervisors than female faculty
5. Female faculty are more devoted to teaching and mentoring research scholars
6. Research scholars prefer male faculty as advisor/ supervisor for project work/research
7. Male colleagues tend to exhibit more confidence than female colleagues
8. Male colleagues have a more self-driven approach to learning than female colleagues
9. Female members of research teams are unable to devote the same amount of time as the male members
10. Male colleagues rarely participate in programmes related to gender issues
Clear selection
5. Dignity at Work

5.1  Experiencing Harassment and Discrimination

Indicate how often,if any, have you personally experienced the behaviours listed below. Choose as applicable.

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Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Frequently
1. Withholding credit where due in scientific publications or patents
2. Trivialising of contributions or opinions
3. Harassment/ Bullying based on identities such as caste, language, age, faith, etc.
4. Sexual harassment
5. Gender based discrimination
6. Abuse of authority/hierarchical positions
7. Implicit threats, intimidation, microaggression
8. Sense of exclusion in collaborations or teamwork
9. Physical assault or harm
10. Unsatisfactory redressal of grievances

5.2 Satisfaction with Institutional Mechanisms

Indicate the level of your satisfaction with the institutional initiatives for providing a safe environment and maintaining a healthy disciplinary climate along the listed dimensions. Choose as applicable.

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Not at all
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. Ease of reporting misconduct, disciplinary issues and concerns
2. Effective redressal of research scholars’ grievances
3. Disciplinary action against bullying and disruptive behaviour
4. Timely and fair redressal of sexual harassment complaints
5. Timely resolution of conflict between research scholars
6. Adequate infrastructure and resources for ensuring safety and security
7. Gender sensitization programmes
8. Encouraging participation of male colleagues in gender sensitization programmes
9. Same rules for all genders such as in hostel and accessing institutional spaces
10. Research scholars support groups
6. Intersectionality and Equity
6.1  Indicate if you have personally experienced discrimination or harassment in the institution, based on identity attributes along the following dimensions. Please tick (✓) all attributes that are applicable if experienced.
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Not Experienced
Gender
Age
Caste/Race
Class/Income Group
Political Beliefs
1. Research evaluation and assessment
2. Selection for projects, mentorships, etc.
3. Nomination on sought after committees, groups and activities
4. Due credit in collaborative assignments, projects, publications
5. Trivializing scientific contribution, opinions, etc.
6. Access to facilities/resources such as lab, research equipment, library, digital resources, etc.
7. Pre-conceived notions in assignment of roles and responsibilities
8. Feeling isolated/ignored in academic spaces/social gatherings
9. Rude, Degrading or offensive remarks on personal attributes
10. Inclusion in social groups and networks
6.2 Indicate if you have personally experienced discrimination or harassment in the institution, based on identity attributes along the following dimensions. Please tick (✓) all attributes that are applicable if experienced.
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Not Experienced
Sexual Orientation
Disability
Region
Religion
Language
1. Research evaluation and assessment
2. Selection for projects, mentorships, etc.
3. Nomination on sought after committees, groups and activities
4. Due credit in collaborative assignments, projects, publications
5. Trivializing scientific contribution, opinions, etc.
6. Access to facilities/resources such as lab, research equipment, library, digital resources, etc.
7. Pre-conceived notions in assignment of roles and responsibilities
8. Feeling isolated/ignored in academic spaces/social gatherings
9. Rude, Degrading or offensive remarks on personal attributes
10. Inclusion in social groups and networks
6.3  Indicate if you have personally experienced discrimination or harassment in the institution, based on identity attributes along the following dimensions. Please tick (✓) all attributes that are applicable if experienced.
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Not Experienced
Educational Background
First Generation Learner
Marital Status
Family Care or duties
1. Research evaluation and assessment
2. Selection for projects, mentorships, etc.
3. Nomination on sought after committees, groups and activities
4. Due credit in collaborative assignments, projects, publications
5. Trivializing scientific contribution, opinions, etc.
6. Access to facilities/resources such as lab, research equipment, library, digital resources, etc.
7. Pre-conceived notions in assignment of roles and responsibilities
8. Feeling isolated/ignored in academic spaces/social gatherings
9. Rude, Degrading or offensive remarks on personal attributes
10. Inclusion in social groups and networks
7. Wellbeing

7.1 Support for Work-Life Balance

Indicate the extent of your satisfaction with practices and support for work-life balance in your institution along the dimensions listed below. Choose as applicable.

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Not at all
Can't say
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. Flexible work provisions
2. Mental health and stress management
3. Availing leave for personal reasons
4. Timing and duration of meetings and events
5. Socialization and collegiality at work

7.2 Infrastructural Facilities

Indicate if your institution provides infrastructural facilities and services to support your wellbeing along the dimensions listed below. Also indicate your extent of satisfaction with these. Please tick (✓) as applicable.

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Not Available
Available
Not Availed
Limited extent
Moderate extent
Great Extent
Fullest Extent
1. Helplines and emergency services
2. Safety Apps
3. Campus transportation
4. Gender neutral toilets
5. Feminine hygiene equipment in female toilets
6. Mother's room
7. Health centre and medical facilities
8. Counselling services
9. Welllness or Recreation centre
10. Creche, Daycare centre
8. Sense of Belongong and Confidence

Indicate the extent to which the following statements describe your feelings and experiences in context of institutional life. Choose as applicable.

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Not at all
Limited extent
Modearte extent
Great extent
Fullest extent
1. I feel accepted by the community irrespective of my gender/ social affiliations
2. I feel a sense of loneliness and isolation
3. I feel motivated to build a career in my area of expertise in STEMM
4. I am willing to change disciplines if needed for better opportunities
5. I am willing to avail STEMM opportunities outside academia
6. I find research groups and networks propagate social bias and are not welcoming to all
7. I feel competition and pressure of publications overwhelms research work
8. I have confidence in my ability to work in multicultural workplace in the future
9. I feel my peers in other fields have more opportunities for recruitment and advancement
10. I feel burnt out and often think of leaving academia
9. Contact Details and Demographics
  • Provide details as indicated.
  • Where given choices, please choose as applicable.
1. Name
2. Mobile
3. Email
4. Name and Address of the Institution *
5. Category of your Institution. Choose as applicable. *
6. Type of Institution. Choose as applicable. *
7. Disciplinary Stream. Choose as applicable. *
8. Discipline/ Subject *
9. Year of Joining Ph.D. *
10. Number of Years Completed *
11. Gender. Choose as applicable. *
12. Socio-Economic Category. Choose as applicable. *
13. Age (in years) *
14. If first generation learner *
15. If receiving scholarship/financial assistance *
16. Marital Status. Choose as applicable. *
17. Care Responsibilities. Choose as applicable. *
Not Applicable
No
Yes
Child care
Elderly care
Persons with special needs
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