3.1 Academic Employee Position Classifications

Minimum Standards for Academic Levels (MSALs)

1. The minimum standards for levels of academic employees, (other than casual employees) are specified in Schedule 4, Part A of this Agreement.

2. The levels are differentiated by level of complexity, degree of autonomy, leadership requirements of the position and level of achievement of the academic. The responsibilities of academic employees may vary according to the specific requirements of the institution, different discipline requirements and/or individual employee development.

3. An academic appointed to a particular level may be assigned and may be expected to undertake responsibilities and functions of any level up to and including the level to which the academic is appointed or promoted. In addition, an academic may undertake elements of the work of a higher level in order to gain experience and expertise consistent with the requirements of the University’s promotion processes.

4. The MSALs will not be used as a basis for claims for reclassification.