Neuroscience Milestones: Developing Standardized Core-Competencies for Research-Based Neuroscience Trainees

Table 11.

Interpersonal and communication skills 2: communication within the scientific systema

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Accurately records information in the scientific notebook Demonstrates organized diagnostic and logical reasoning through previous published findings Concisely reports diagnostic and logical reasoning in the scientific notebook and manuscript Communicates clearly and concisely, in an organized written form, including anticipatory guidance Contributes to departmental or organizational initiatives to improve communication systems
Safeguards laboratory data and patient personal health information (if applicable) Uses documentation shortcuts accurately and appropriately to enhance efficiency of communication Appropriately selects forms of communication based on context Achieves written or verbal communication that serves as an example for others to follow Facilitates dialogue regarding systems issues among larger community stakeholders
Communicates about administrative issues through appropriate channels, as required by institutional policy Respectfully communicates concerns about the system Uses appropriate channels to offer clear and constructive suggestions to improve the system Initiates difficult conversations with appropriate stakeholders to improve the system
  1. The Journal of Neuroscience vol. 42 no. 39 7332-7338
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