Potential Activity Scope
Creating and maintaining a mailing list for those interested in research software-related career paths could involve several practical steps, each designed to foster community and facilitate information exchange.
First, the purpose and scope of the mailing list should be clearly defined, identifying the target audience and the types of content and interactions that will be encouraged. This includes understanding the specific interests, needs, and preferences of those pursuing research software-related careers.
Next, a suitable platform for hosting the mailing list should be selected. This could be a dedicated mailing list service or an integrated feature within a broader community platform. The chosen platform must offer the necessary functionality, security, and accessibility to support the mailing list's goals.
Once the platform is in place, a process for subscribing to the mailing list would need to be established. This could include a simple sign-up form on a website, an invitation sent through social media, or a combination of methods. Clear guidelines and expectations for participation should be provided, along with information on privacy and data protection.
The mailing list should then be actively managed and moderated. This involves curating relevant content, facilitating discussions, addressing questions or concerns, and ensuring that interactions remain respectful and aligned with the community's values. Regular updates, newsletters, or announcements can be used to keep subscribers engaged and informed.
Collaboration with other groups, organizations, or networks interested in research software careers may also be explored. This can enhance the reach and impact of the mailing list, providing additional resources, opportunities, and perspectives.
Potential Objectives
To define the purpose, scope, and target audience of the mailing list, ensuring alignment with the interests, needs, and preferences of those pursuing research software-related careers.
To select an appropriate platform that offers the necessary functionality, security, and accessibility to host the mailing list.
To establish an efficient subscription process, including clear guidelines, expectations, privacy, and data protection measures.
To actively manage and moderate the mailing list, curating relevant content, facilitating discussions, and maintaining respectful interactions.
To provide regular updates, newsletters, or announcements to keep subscribers engaged and informed.
To explore collaboration with other groups, organizations, or networks to enhance the reach and impact of the mailing list.
Targeted Impacts
If successful, this activity could potentially deliver the following outcomes:
A more connected and informed community of individuals interested in research software-related careers, fostering collaboration, networking, and mutual support.
Increased access to valuable resources, opportunities, and insights related to research software careers, enhancing professional development and success.
Strengthened relationships between different stakeholders within the research software field, including academic institutions, industry partners, professional organizations, and individual practitioners.
Enhanced awareness and understanding of the diverse career paths, challenges, and trends within the research software domain, contributing to a more robust and resilient workforce
This potential activity was curated as part of "Charting the Course: Policy and Planning for Sustainable Research Software," a Sloan Foundation-funded project within URSSI dedicated to supporting the future of research software through evidence-informed policy work (Project contacts are: @danielskatz and @dr-eric-jensen). If you are interested in working on this, please add a comment.
Potential Activity Scope Creating and maintaining a mailing list for those interested in research software-related career paths could involve several practical steps, each designed to foster community and facilitate information exchange.
First, the purpose and scope of the mailing list should be clearly defined, identifying the target audience and the types of content and interactions that will be encouraged. This includes understanding the specific interests, needs, and preferences of those pursuing research software-related careers.
Next, a suitable platform for hosting the mailing list should be selected. This could be a dedicated mailing list service or an integrated feature within a broader community platform. The chosen platform must offer the necessary functionality, security, and accessibility to support the mailing list's goals. Once the platform is in place, a process for subscribing to the mailing list would need to be established. This could include a simple sign-up form on a website, an invitation sent through social media, or a combination of methods. Clear guidelines and expectations for participation should be provided, along with information on privacy and data protection.
The mailing list should then be actively managed and moderated. This involves curating relevant content, facilitating discussions, addressing questions or concerns, and ensuring that interactions remain respectful and aligned with the community's values. Regular updates, newsletters, or announcements can be used to keep subscribers engaged and informed.
Collaboration with other groups, organizations, or networks interested in research software careers may also be explored. This can enhance the reach and impact of the mailing list, providing additional resources, opportunities, and perspectives.
Potential Objectives
Targeted Impacts If successful, this activity could potentially deliver the following outcomes:
This potential activity was curated as part of "Charting the Course: Policy and Planning for Sustainable Research Software," a Sloan Foundation-funded project within URSSI dedicated to supporting the future of research software through evidence-informed policy work (Project contacts are: @danielskatz and @dr-eric-jensen). If you are interested in working on this, please add a comment.