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  "versionNote": "Illustrative; based on UK national HE pay spine (UCU). Institutions apply spine points to roles. Check UCU or your university for current spine.",
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      "band": "Research Fellow",
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      "band": "Head of School / Dean",
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      "typicalRole": "Head of School, Dean",
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