Academic staff Role Profiles

Each academic pathway consists of a series of levels, with distinct role profiles associated with that level, each with its unique requirements. Each profile sets out what is expected of an academic member of staff at the particular level. The role profiles also set out a collection of competencies expected for each level.

For advice on the appropriate role profile, grade and salary point at which to appoint any individual please contact HR. For advice when applying for grant funding please contact RED or Finance Services.

The role profiles are as follows:

Pathway 1

Summary
Level b – Lecturer (Grade J)
Level c – Lecturer (Grade K)
Level d – Senior Lecturer/Reader (Grade L)
Level e – Professor (Grade M)

Pathway 2

Summary
Level a – Research Assistant (Grade I)
Level b – Research Associate (Grade J)
Level c – Research Fellow (Grade K)
Level d – Senior Research Fellow/Reader (Grade L)
Level e - Professor (Grade M)

Pathway 3

Summary
Level a – Teaching Assistant (Grade I)
Level b – Teaching Associate (Grade J)
Level c – Teaching Fellow (Grade K)
Level d – Senior Teaching Fellow/Reader (Grade L)
Level e - Professor(Grade M)

Human Resources

Grading, Promotion and Progression

Academic staff Role Profiles

Pathway 1

Pathway 2

Pathway 3