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Principal Faculty Specialist

Category
Other Faculty Appointments
Sub Category
Research Faculty Ranks

Definition

In addition to a proven record of excellence in managing and directing an academic or research program, the appointee shall hold a Ph.D. or have at least 5 years of full-time experience as a Senior Faculty Specialist, or its equivalent. 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.

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.