Academic promotions grade 7 to 8

Eligible academic staff at grade 7 are invited to apply for promotion to senior lecturer or senior teaching fellow at grade 8. 

The application window is now open and will remain open until Friday 8 May 2026. The Academic Promotion Process forms an integral part of the University Academic Career Pathways. 

Before applying, academic colleagues within grade 7 are encouraged to discuss their intention to apply with their line manager. 

Find out more about the criteria and how to apply.