About

The Research and Innovation Careers Observatory (ReICO) serves as a comprehensive access point for international statistics, analytical tools, and resources focused on research and innovation (R&I) careers.

In collaboration with national governments and various stakeholders, ReICO is developing new methodologies, indicators, and insights. Leveraging the OECD's expertise in international statistics and policy analysis in R&I, ReICO bridges current knowledge gaps and enhances the understanding and application of data and statistics in R&I careers, aiding decision-makers in their strategic choices.

• The OECD is recognised for its expertise in establishing and applying measurement standards in science, technology, and innovation.
• Research careers are a global phenomenon crucial to the future of science and innovation.
• Strengthening researchers' contributions to economic development, and the conditions that enable them, is a priority for OECD members and partners.
• The OECD offers a unique platform for collaborative efforts towards a sustainable evidence agenda.

• Policymakers: ReICO helps bridge policy gaps and actively supports and enhances the evidence-based agenda.
• R&I-performing organisations: This includes entities in academia, government, business, and the social sector, recognised as key talent developers and employers.
• Individuals in R&I: Those working in research and innovation benefit as primary data providers, receiving valuable data that informs their career choices.
• Statistical offices: As essential partners, these offices collaborate in developing measurement standards and in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of R&I career data.
• R&I research community: Researchers use ReICO’s data to gain deeper insights into the research and innovation field, contributing to the advancement of knowledge about R&I systems and their effectiveness.

ReICO supports decision makers and fosters international cooperation through:

• Creating dashboards with standardized statistical indicators, offering a comprehensive and balanced view of R&I talent and careers.
• Developing a tailored conceptual framework with the establishment and refinement of key concepts, definitions, and classifications. This effort utilizes existing policy and statistical models while aligning with other emerging frameworks, vital for enhancing global dialogue and cooperation.
• Recommending revisions to OECD's measurement guidelines to enhance their accuracy and relevance.
• Laying the groundwork for a cooperative R&I Talent and Careers Data and Statistics Action Plan, addressing existing gaps in evidence and data.