A study of the distribution, structure and characteristics of Chinese scientists in major international science and technology organizations around the world

International science and technology organizations (ISTOs) are a category of international organization with a specialization in the field of science and technology. They serve as a significant platform for multilateral scientific and technological cooperation among countries. This paper employed textual analysis to investigate the organizational structure, personnel composition, selection and employment criteria and methods of major international science and technology organizations. Additionally, it analysed the flat management and operational modes of international science and technology organizations and the competence requirements of various types of personnel. On this basis, this paper employed statistical analysis to examine the proportion and distribution of Chinese scientists. The findings indicated that, over the past five years, while there were an increase in the number of Chinese scientists occupying leadership roles within international science and technology organizations, there were a concurrent decline in the number of scientists engaged in emerging fields. Additionally, the role of female scientific and technological talent were not fully realized, and there is a need to enhance the involvement of private enterprises.