The documentation submitted by a researcher when applying for promotion to a higher level, or for tenure at a University. Depending on the institution, the documentation may or may not be accompanied by a portfolio of complete, full length research outputs. SYNONYM. Career advancement documentation; Promotion documentation. RELATED TERM. Tenure portfolio; Tenure dossier; Researcher level; Research context; Research, development and analysis; Research and development; Managing research; Representation and client services; Valued outcome; Innovation; Productivity; Impact; Recognition; Principal Investigator