What is a stutzon?

A *stutzon* is an informal term for a professional, usually in academia, who is in their first teaching or research position. The term is derived from the German word "Stütze", meaning "support", and the English suffix "-on", which is used to form nouns denoting persons. In academia, a stutzon is typically a postdoctoral researcher or a junior professor who is still in the early stages of their career and is receiving support and guidance from more senior colleagues.