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Research Scholar

Category
Other Faculty Appointments
Sub Category
Research Faculty Ranks

Definition

This rank is generally parallel to Professor. In addition to having the qualifications required of the Associate Research Scholar, appointees shall have demonstrated a degree of proficiency sufficient to establish an excellent reputation among national and international colleagues. Appointees should provide tangible evidence of an extensive, respected record of scholarly production in research, publications, professional achievements, or other distinguished and creative activity. 

Hiring Procedures

If the appointment is actually a promotion to the highest rank within the title series (e.g. Associate Research Scientist to Research Scientist), the procedures outlined in the unit's Plan of Organization should be followed. This generally includes a vote of (full) professors and research faculty and requires college-level and Provost approval.

The faculty member and academic administrators should complete the appropriate Appointment Agreement.

Appointment Term

Appointments are typically made as five-year contracts. Appointments for additional five-year terms can be renewed as early as the third year of any given five-year contract.