Previous studies of scientists' movements in academic jobs found no evidence that research activity affects attainments. This study found a significant effect of productivity on the prestige of the destination department during job moves. Influential factors were prestige of prior job, prestige of doctoral department, and number of articles…

Presents evidence on sex differences in rank advancement in academic careers, and considers the relative importance of quality and quantity of publications. Results for 556 male and 450 female biochemists show the importance of time in rank and number of publications and that rates of promotion are lower for women. (SLD)