Managing Academic Actions

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Procedures and Schedule for Faculty Appointments, Reappointments, and Promotions AY 2026
and AY 2027. (memo) Revised 10-13-2025. Memo to Department Chairs, D-COAP Chairs, and Faculty Coordinators. Key information regarding procedures and schedules for academic actions for academic years '26 and '27.
Dossier Due Dates (2025-2026)

Faculty Careers: Surveying the Road from Appointment to Promotion. Online tutorial detailing the 4 full-time faculty tracks and the policies, processes, and timelines for appointment, reappointment, and promotion.
Faculty at Penn Medicine. (slide deck) Highlights key information about Standing and Associated Faculty, PT Faculty Tracks, Penn Medicine Clinicians, and Academic Support Staff.
7-year Probationary Period Timeline. Tenure (Basic Scientist)
10-year Probationary Period Timeline. Clinician Educator, Research, & Tenure (Physician Scientist)
Extensions to the Probationary Period.
Track Change Preliminary Support Requirements.