{"id":50715,"date":"2022-11-10T16:02:24","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T15:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharma-trend.com\/en\/new-report-examines-diversity-in-the-human-genetics-and-genomics-workforce\/"},"modified":"2022-11-10T16:02:24","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T15:02:24","slug":"new-report-examines-diversity-in-the-human-genetics-and-genomics-workforce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharma-trend.com\/en\/new-report-examines-diversity-in-the-human-genetics-and-genomics-workforce\/","title":{"rendered":"New Report Examines Diversity in the Human Genetics and Genomics Workforce"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ROCKVILLE, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) today released the Human Genetics & Genomics Workforce Survey Report, which takes an in-depth look at the field\u2019s workforce demographics, including race, ethnicity, or ancestry; gender identity; sexual orientation; age; disability status; and disadvantaged background. The new report draws on a first-of-its-kind survey of 4,367 respondents outlining their education, employment, training, and career experiences. The report was received by a total of 13,431 people. The report findings verify the pace of progress has been slow in addressing the lack of diversity in the genomics and genetics sector and reveals insights that underscore the challenges organizations must address to build a more diverse workforce.\n<\/p>\n

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\n\u201cAcross the biomedical field there is a need for expanding diversity of the scientific workforce,\u201d said ASHG President Charles Rotimi, PhD. \u201cThe lack of diversity in the workforce impacts scientific innovation at every level along with global competitiveness and the ability to deliver new insights into human disease and health.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

\nWith funding support by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), ASHG, in partnership with the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG), and the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC), conducted the survey to understand the demographics of the genetics and genomics workforce, as well as the climate and culture in training programs and the workplace. This work was done in collaboration with the Association of Professors of Human and Medical Genetics (APHMG), the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG), and the Minority Genetic Professionals Network (MGPN).\n<\/p>\n

\n\u201cThis report represents a collaborative and critical step the genetics and genomics professional societies have undertaken to survey our field,\u201d Rotimi said. \u201cSuccessful and pioneering research relies on the talent of the research workforce and the goal of this project is to assess the demographic landscape of the human genomics workforce and the factors affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. Our field is only as strong as the individuals that contribute to shaping frontiers and maximizing the benefits of this science.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

\n\u201cIncreasing the diversity of the genomics research workforce begins with understanding the composition and underrepresentation of groups within the current workforce,\u201d said Vence Bonham, NHGRI deputy director and acting head of NHGRI’s Training, Diversity and Health Equity Office. \u201cNHGRI is proud to support this examination into the current state of the genomics workforce, and to look to ways to enhance the diversity of researchers and clinicians, including those from underrepresented groups. This is milestone report that illuminates the disparities and inequities within the genomics workforce.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

\nMajor take-aways from the report include:\n<\/p>\n