Job satisfaction and perceived support
Of the research-active participants, 46 (85%) were either
very or moderately satisfied with their job. Uncertainty
about job security and poor remuneration were commonly
reported as influencing job satisfaction.
Asked whether they perceived research (and researchers)
to be valued, 30 participants (54%) felt that research (and
researchers) were valued by the profession, and 35 (63%) felt
valued by their clinical colleagues. One-third of participants
did not feel that research was valued and around 10% were
unsure.