Excellent sustained recognition: Criteria and processes for promotion to full professor at R1 academic libraries
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Schultz, Teresa
Boss, Emily E.
Azadbakht, Elena
Issue Date
2025-10-23
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en_US
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Academic Libraries , Tenure And Promotion , Promotion Criteria
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This study sought to identify the procedures and criteria surrounding promotion to full professor for academic librarians. The researchers analyzed promotion documentation from 59 R1 academic libraries and found that guidance for achieving full professor was often vague and lacking in detail. What information that exists advises librarians to maintain a high level of productivity and a national or international reputation. Leadership and continued professional growth are also prized. Institutions wishing to encourage their librarians to apply for full professor should consider providing more explicit guidance and robust description of the criteria they use to evaluate candidates.
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