A REVIEW ON EXPLORING THE ROLE OF HUMAN RESOURCES IN ENHANCING RESEARCH SCHOLARS' PRODUCTIVITY AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

Purpose - Research scholars are essential to the advancement of science and innovation, and they are successful due to a variety of reasons, including academic institutions' HR policies. The purpose of this review article is to explore how human resources (HR) might improve the output and professional advancement of research academics.

Design/Methodology/Approach - This article explores and investigates the effect of HR initiatives on Research scholar’s productivity and career development through a thorough review of the literature. The sampling strategy in this conceptual review will centre on a thorough examination of HR efforts and their effects on the output and professional advancement of research academics.

Findings - Through an extensive review of studies, the article identifies the linkages between HR practices and research scholars' outcomes, such as research productivity, publication rates, collaboration networks, funding success, and career progression. It also examines the potential challenges and barriers faced by research scholars in accessing HR support, including issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Practical implications - By implementing effective recruitment and selection processes, providing specialised training and development opportunities, establishing mentorship programmes, promoting work-life balance, fostering equity and inclusion, ensuring financial support, promoting collaboration and networking, and providing support to international research scholars, HR professionals and institutions can create a supportive and conducive environment for research scholars to thrive.

Keywords: Human Resources, Research Scholars, Productivity Enhancement, Career Development, Role Exploration