The following Special Research Faculty Appointments are intended to promote and expedite the research activities of the University. Tenure cannot be earned in these ranks and service is not applicable toward probationary faculty service. In special circumstances, these titles may be appropriately used by other divisions. 2.1.1 Research Associate Appointment to this rank is reserved for persons who are working on research projects under the supervision of a principal investigator. Persons appointed to this rank must as a minimum hold a baccalaureate degree.
Appointment is on an annual basis and is indefinitely renewable.
Original appointments including rank, salary and other conditions must have approval of the Department Head before an offer is extended. Senior Research Associate Appointment to this rank is reserved for persons who are working on research projects under the supervision of a principal investigator. Persons appointed to this rank must as a minimum hold a Master's or equivalent advanced degree. Persons in this rank may be the principal investigator on a grant or contract in very specific circumstances approved by the Department Head and College Dean. Appointment is on an annual basis and is indefinitely renewable.