academicians
n.n. people who work in a university or college, especially those who have a very high level of education and study. They often write books or lead research projects.
n. individuals who are members of an academic institution, particularly those who hold a high degree of expertise or have been appointed to a faculty position. Often used to describe those engaged in advanced research or teaching.
The academicians met to discuss the new research.
Several academicians from the university were invited to speak at the international conference on climate change.
While the general public may find the jargon of academicians difficult to follow, their rigorous peer-reviewed studies provide the foundation for modern scientific consensus.