Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012An overview Academic Promotion to Level B

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J  This is an overview of academic promotion to level B  It is important that you also read the information provided on the website as it contains important details relating to the promotions process 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B How the promotions process works  Promotion to level B occurs at the School level, through performance management - i.e. The Performance Review (PMP) process  Can be considered for promotion before reaching the top of level A - Can occur at any time on request

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Overview: What you need to do for promotion 1.Talk to your Head of Department At the start of the year, plan - Appropriate duties for promotion - Objectives for promotion Discuss readiness for promotion 2.Make sure that you meet The qualification requirement The promotion criteria 3.Arrange a formal time to discuss review of performance and promotion (through PMP process) 4.Prepare for the meeting Complete the Application for Academic Promotion to Level B form and forward to your HOD prior to the meeting Bring to the meeting: - Evidence of your qualifications / progress toward qualification - Evidence that supports your achievement of the criteria

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Ready for promotion?  Do you meet the qualification requirement? For promotion to level B Higher degree (e.g. Masters or equivalent) OR Significant progress toward a doctoral qualification OR Appropriate expertise and standing within the discipline and/or profession  Do you meet the promotion criteria? Two criteria to be assessed at duties of the current level and the level above

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Do you meet the promotion criteria? The criteria Evidence of performance at a high level in either Teaching OR Research as applied to level A duties, AND Evidence of performance at a satisfactory level must be demonstrated in Service AND either Teaching OR Research as applied to level B duties You must be able to meet BOTH criteria

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Teaching & Learning criterion Excellence in Teaching and Learning as applied to duties of the appropriate level LevelTypes of teaching duties may include: E Distinguished scholarship and contribution in teaching and learning at all levels, nationally or internationally. Leadership in maintenance of academic standards AND D Development of curriculum / programs of study. Significant scholarship in teaching and learning locally or nationally AND C Course / year / program co-ordination. Scholarship in teaching and learning AND B Undergraduate and postgraduate unit co-ordination. Postgraduate lecturing, tutoring, demonstrating, clinical supervision, fieldwork and associated activities AND A Undergraduate lecturing, tutoring, demonstrating, clinical supervision, fieldwork and associated activities.

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Scholarship in Teaching and Learning  All applicants addressing the Teaching and Learning criterion are expected to:  Be engaged in scholarship in teaching and learning; and  Demonstrate evidence of peer review e.g. publications, competitive grants and awards  Scholarship or Research?  It is important to distinguish between research into and publications on teaching and learning at tertiary level (scholarship), and research into and publications on other areas e.g. secondary school teaching (research)

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Research/Creative Works criterion High quality outcomes appropriate to the discipline in Research/Creative Works as applied to duties of the appropriate level LevelTypes of Research/Creative Works duties may include: E Responsible for research / creative works of a recognised international calibre / a leading authority. Fostering research / creative work of others AND D Responsible for research / creative works of a recognised national calibre AND CSupervision of Hons, Masters & PhD research projects AND BConducting research / creative works A

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Service criterion Demonstrated excellence in Service in line with CSM’s strategic directions as applied to duties of the appropriate level LevelTypes of duties involving service may include: ESignificant service to both the University and the community AND DSignificant service to the University, profession, discipline AND CService to the profession, the Faculty AND BService to the academic unit and its functioning AND AService to own areas of teaching / research

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B Demonstrating excellence in duties of current level and satisfactory performance in duties of level above See the website:  Academic Promotions Guidelines  Documents on promotion criteria

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B After the meeting: the process  HOD and Dean of School complete their assessment and recommendation and returns a copy to you  You submit documentation to HR Manager  Within 2 months of the promotion discussion, the PVC will advise you, the HOD, Dean of School and the HR department of the outcome  Where promotion has not been approved, PVC will provide written feedback and HOD to work with you on plan to improve for promotion to take place  Promotion will be effective from the first day of the following month after the date of approval by the PVC

Curtin University is a trademark of Curtin University of Technology CRICOS Provider Code 00301J Finding out more  Please read the information on the website  You can contact the Academic Promotions Unit / HR department at 2012Academic Promotion Level A-B