CUAHSI Statement on Holistic Evaluation of Research in the Hydrologic Sciences

This document intends to provide context on norms within the hydrologic science community to provide a framework for understanding what research products and processes are valued by the academic hydrologic sciences community. This will better inform those charged with review and assessment of hydrologic scientists, enabling consideration of traditional as well as new types of contributions to advancing the field of hydrologic sciences. This document does not include other areas of academic contributions including teaching, service, and outreach. The document should be of use to those applying to academic positions, promotions, and tenure; external evaluators and reviewers; review committees and senior faculty; academic and professional leaders; and funding agencies.

This statement was primarily authored by Alejandro Flores, Anne Jefferson, Steve Loheide, Jeanne VanBriesen, and Adam Ward and was approved by a vote of the CUAHSI Board of Directors on April 19, 2021, with all directors, officers, and the CUAHSI executive director concurring.