Gender and Promotion in the Academic Profession

Melanie E. Ward

Scottish Journal of Political Economy, 2001, vol. 48, issue 3, 283-302

Abstract: This paper examines the possibility that the gender rank distribution observed in the academic labour market is predominantly explained by two factors. First, the differing average characteristics of male and female academics, and second, barriers to female promotion. Despite detailed controls for personal attributes, including career breaks and publication history, male academics are more likely to be found in higher grades. Promotion from researcher to lecturer is a relatively high hurdle for women. Evidence suggests that initial placement and the process of moving between universities contributes to the male advantage in rank attainment.

Date: 2001
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