We partnered with the University to create and develop bespoke pathways for different academic careers and a citizenship foundation. We also supported them to articulate the knowledge, skills and behaviours academics would require throughout their journey.
Academic career pathway design
Contact us about career pathwaysThe pathway for academic staff to develop their careers within educational and research institutions is often shaped by institutional policies, educational needs, research priorities, and broader trends in higher education.
We work with institutions to unpick those challenges and carve a route for academics to see how their contributions can be rewarded. This can range from enhanced levels of responsibility through to promotion and progression against their areas of expertise.
And it’s a valuable exercise to undertake, since clearer career pathways for academics lead to tangible improvements in:
development of your pipeline from early career through to professorship
enhanced collaboration and mentorship
improved leadership and citizenship
better institutional planning and alignment between teaching and research excellence and the curriculum
improved institutional reputation where high performing academics are retained
Our approach
SUMS consultants and practitioners work with you to develop a robust and future-proof framework which is aligned to your institutional values and culture, ways of working, expectations and roles. As a result, colleagues have a clear line of sight for their development, whether that be hierarchical or otherwise. We support you to understand your current position and use that insight to shape the framework that you need for your ambitions.
Our expertise
Examples of our work and impact