Is there a fit between PhD candidates’ and their supervisors’ perceptions on the impact of COVID-19 on doctoral education?

Purpose The COVID-19 pandemic has had its impact on research and researchers, potentially influencing the future of academia. Yet, to best authors’ knowledge, there are no empirical studies alignment between supervisors’ supervisees’ estimates COVID-19. This study aims contribute bridging this gap by exploring PhD candidates’ perceptions progress well-being, whether were related well-being. Design/methodology/approach A total 768 candidates 561 doctoral supervisors from a large multifield research-intensive university in Finland participated quantitative study. Data collected with experience survey supervisory survey. Findings In general, results show that both supervisees recognised negative well-being progress, their quite well aligned. However, estimated been more detrimental than did. also reduced levels own Originality/value Results can be used developing effective support means for overcome hardships caused avoid long-term consequences degree completion, career trajectories academy.