Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Transforming the Job Market for Library and Information Science PhDs in China: An Empirical Study from an Alternative Academic (Alt-Ac) Perspective. |
| Authors: |
Tian, Ye1 d09126004@ntu.edu.tw, Zhang, Jingbei2 libranking@gmail.com |
| Source: |
College & Research Libraries. Mar2026, Vol. 87 Issue 2, p195-215. 21p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Information science education, *Library education, *Doctor of philosophy degree, Labor market |
| Geographic Terms: |
China |
| Abstract: |
This study investigated the transformation of the library and information science (LIS) doctoral job market in China from an alternative academic (Alt-Ac) perspective. Using a mixed-methods approach, we analyzed supply and demand dynamics, based on data from 21 LIS programs and 10,331 job postings. The findings revealed a rapid expansion of LIS doctoral education, with an increasing enrollment in firstlevel disciplines and self-established interdisciplinary second-level disciplines. On the demand side, Alt-Ac positions showed significant growth across diverse institutional settings, requiring skills in data analysis, research methodology, and interdisciplinary collaboration. These results underscore the growing viability of Alt-Ac careers for LIS doctoral graduates and the need for programs to adapt curricula accordingly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
