Professionalism and Geoethics– Creating a

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Professionalism and Geoethics– Creating a Departmental "Climate" Where Everyone Can Succeed Session 4: Professional Relations Built on Trust Overview Day-to-day interactions built on trust—things to reflect upon while you get to work Responsible conduct of research (where is this covered in the curriculum or elsewhere in the department?). Mentoring, asking for/writing letters of recommendation, Writing reviews (journal, proposal, performance), Collaborations, publication (authorship, credit), data policies, Lab/field/workplace safety, Appropriate behavior at meetings, Conflict of interest. Professional relations in service to society: contractor-client, advisor for public policy, serving as expert witness. Responsible Conduct of Research Where is this introduced in your degree programs? Who has responsibility? To what degree are you prepared to deal with issues of scientific misconduct should they arise? Responsible Conduct of Research Treatment of Data and Data Management Mistakes and Negligence Research Misconduct Response to Violation, whistleblowing Laboratory Safety Sharing Results Authorship-Credit Peer Review Publication Conflicts of Interest Intellectual Property Competing Interests, commitments, values Research Misconduct Necessity for self-policing The details of how research is conducted are often known only to those actually working on a project Obligations to act There is a considerable range of opinions about how to respond to perceived misconduct…. anunmistakable obligation to act.' Questions about research It is a responsibility of all scientists to find the best and most appropriate means to address concerns about the conduct of science. Mentoring An advisor: Guides students on academic progress through their program. Clarify requirements and procedures Check in on progress Assess status Discuss plans A mentor: Plays a more expansive role in the mentee's development. Provides wisdom, empathy, respect, knowledge, and support Is a guide within the scientific discipline Supports professional development Facilitates networking Explores career possibilities together Strategies for Effective Mentoring Make yourself available Foster community Team meetings, one-on-one meetings Journal Clubs Social Outings Be Attentive Encourage participation in the broader research community Attending meetings, visiting facilities, attending webinars Be Understanding Mario Pita et al, CUR Quarterly, Spring 2013 Letters of Recommendation Asking for letters Why you are asking this reference; provide context background information; provide CV, resume, transcripts Writing Letters Decide whether you can write a good letter for the applicant. It is OK to say no Request as much information as possible before you begin writing Do some research. Set aside ample time Be specific. Avoid cliché descriptors and platitudes Organize the letter chronologically or thematically Be honest. Be original. Be genuine.