This is a complete list of questions asked in the DS 2020 survey. The answer type is given in brackets, e.g. [Likert Scale].
Which department do you belong to? [choose one from list]
Which division do you belong to? [choose one from list]
Which research school do you belong to? [choose one from list]
Gender [choose one from list]
I am a … PhD student [choose one from list: Swedish / non-swedish / …]
Which year are you expected to finish your doctoral thesis? [choose one from list]
Which year were you enrolled as a doctoral student? [choose one from list]
To which degree were you admitted? [choose one from list]
After how long time as a doctoral student did/will you acquire your licentiate degree / licentiate level seminar? [choose one from list]
What were/are reasons for the delay? [free text]
I feel that I have been able to influence the time of my licentiate seminar. [Likert Scale]
My graduate school offers sufficiently many courses (at a doctoral level) to satisfy the minimum credits for my doctoral education. [choose one from list]
I have an up-to-date individual study plan (ISP) that is signed by myself, my supervisor(s), my examiner and my head of research school. [choose one from list]
The ISP is a useful tool for… [Likert Scale]
… following up on my research progress
… following up on my progress in research education
… planning my research
… planning my research education
Regarding my doctoral degree, I am familiar with the… [Likert Scale]
… requirements set by my graduate school
… objectives for a doctoral degree set by Chalmers
I feel that I get prepared for my continued career after the PhD. [Likert Scale]
Comments and reflections on my enrollment and research education [free text]
Is your main supervisor the same person as your examiner? [choose one from list]
The interaction with my supervisor(s) works well overall [Likert Scale]
I feel that my supervisor(s) [Likert Scale]
… acts in my best interest
… cares for my personal well-being
… helps me prioritize my time if needed
… has clear expectations of me
I feel that my ideas and suggestions matter and are considered. [Likert Scale]
I feel I get the supervision needed to meet deadlines. [Likert Scale]
I feel that my supervisor(s) encourages me to engage in professional networks/activities outside of Chalmers (conferences, cooperation with other universities, etc.) [Likert Scale]
When there are problems with my supervision, … [Likert Scale]
… I know where to seek help.
… I feel safe seeking help.
Comments and reflections regarding my supervision [free text]
The person responsible for your work environment is your line manager. Do you know who your line manager at Chalmers is? [choose one from list]
My line manager is… (check all that applies) [choose multiple from list]
I feel my line manager is capable of taking his/her responsibility for my work environment according to the Swedish law (i.e. preventing bullying, stress, discrimination, etc.) [Likert Scale]
I feel my yearly appraisal talks (medarbetarsamtal) are useful [Likert Scale]
When there are problems with my line manager, … [Likert Scale]
… I know where to seek help
… I feel safe seeking help
I feel that my research and duties are or will be negatively affected by the ongoing Chalmers-wide hiring freeze. [Likert Scale / added option: I don’t know]
Other comments and reflections regarding my employment [free text]
I am teaching as a part of my departmental duties. [choose one from list]
The (realistic) time I spend on departmental duties corresponds to [choose one from list]
I personally keep track of the time I spend on departmental duties. [choose one from list]
I feel that the official records of my departmental duty hours spent… [Likert Scale]
… are transparent to me.
… are reflecting the actual time I spend.
Comments and reflections on my departmental duties [free text]
I feel that there is an atmosphere of openness and trust… [Likert Scale]
… in my research team.
… in my division.
… in my department.
In the last year, I have been negatively affected by conflicts with… [Likert Scale]
… supervisor(s).
… other personnel at Chalmers.
… undergraduate students.
I feel that … is working towards a better environment for me. [Likert Scale]
My local PhD Council
The DS (Doctoral Students Guild)
The Student Union
Comments and reflections on my immediate work environment [free text]
I think that overall, … [Likert Scale]
… I am satisfied with my life as a doctoral student.
… my work situation affects my personal life positively.
The number of hours per week I spend working on my PhD (incl. courses and departmental duties) is [choose one from list]
I feel that I am not expected to work when I am on vacation [Likert Scale]
I feel or have felt during the past year negative stress because of … [Likert Scale]
… my research.
… ongoing or planned courses I am taking.
… departmental duties.
I have experienced the following symptoms during the last year because of work related issues: [choose multiple from list]
I have worked while on sick leave during the last year. [choose one from list]
I did not report it, because… [free text]
I know where at Chalmers I can turn to when… [Likert Scale]
… I experience physical illness
… I experience mental illness
I feel safe seeking help at Chalmers when… [Likert Scale]
… I experience physical illness
… I experience mental illness
Comments and reflections on health and well-being [free text]
I am aware that I can contact the Chalmers doctoral student ombudsman (DOMB) confidentially and free of charge, about any potential issue related to my doctoral education? [choose one from list]
I am satisfied with the HR support (with regards to contract extension and other employment related matters) at my department. [Likert Scale]
Comments and reflection on available support [free text]