The Policy and Procedure have been reviewed in response to recommendations by the 2021 Academic Promotions Panel. Amendments include: •Improvement to the assessment process with the introduction of interviews for D and E applicants. •Provision for the Panel to make recommendations for and/or assess applicants against categories other than to which they applied. •Provision for the Panel to instigate the re-application of unsuccessful candidates (in exceptional circumstances only): where Panel members determines applicant can re-apply within 12 months. •Provision for a pre-nomination process where Deans can encourage Academics who would be strong candidates for promotion. •Removal of MORA required evidence from the application process. •Addition of mandatory Unconscious Bias training for Panel members.



Clauses Amended:Policy: 11,12,24