Ordinarily no remuneration by the University is associated with this appointment. Visiting Scholars are not allowed to pursue consulting work using University resources and facilities. Appointments are made by the sponsoring academic unit and are generally for one year or less. Renewals will normally not be permitted. Professional staff who teach classes will be given faculty positions at an appropriate level for the period that they are teaching.
Funding is usually from external sources.
Appointments are initially for up to one year, but depending on funding, may be renewed in one year periods for up to a maximum of three years. Graduate Research Assistants are expected to assist faculty on research projects. The appointment is generally granted by the department supervising the research activity and is usually associated with a specific research project, grant, or contract. Appointments are made for up to one year with the possibility of renewals. It is awarded to individuals who are enrolled as full-time graduate students.