NATIONAL FRAMEWORK OF SCIENTIFIC QUALIFICATIONS AS A SUBSYSTEM OF THE NATIONAL QUALIFICATION SYSTEM

Abstract

This article is dedicated to the analysis of scientific qualifications in Ukraine, the French Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany. Particular attention is given to the classification of the academic titles Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Doctor of Sciences (Dr. habil.), which are mostly recognized within the countries of the European Union. It is emphasized that the Ukrainian system of scientific qualifications differs significantly from European ones; however, it does not make it worse. The article defends the need to preserve Ukrainian scientific qualifications, but it is proposed to organize these qualifications according to the European standards through the National Framework of Scientific Qualifications. It is emphasized that in accordance with European standards, the framework of scientific qualifications should act as a subsystem of the National Qualifications System. The main purpose of the National Framework of Scientific Qualifications is to determine the level of scientist’s qualification, reflecting his ability to conscientiously and qualitatively perform work of appropriate complexity. Qualification descriptions within this framework will serve as a basis for the formation of professional standards in the field of science. This does not exclude a direct impact on salary level depending on an employee’s qualification level in the field of education, science and other sectors, where the performance of a labor function requires specific scientific competencies. The article proposes 6 levels of scientific qualifications. It suggests that the National Framework of Scientific Qualifications should be understood as a systematic and structured description of these qualification levels, based on the results of scientific and/or scientific-pedagogical and/or scientific-technical activities. It is also emphasized that for the purposes of describing levels of scientific qualification, in addition to the criteria traditionally used for educational and professional qualifications, it is advisable to include an important indicator as “experience in applying scientific, scientific-pedagogical and/or scientific-technical competencies”. This experience is typically measured in years and should be documented as specialized work experience in the field of education and science (or the arts) – scientific and/or scientific-pedagogical experience.