If they are hired without tenure, the length of the probationary period is negotiated with the Vice Provost for Academic Personnel and Human Resources and may be up to four years in length with the tenure review occurring no later than in the fourth year. This is a regular tenure-eligible position. Tenure is granted after approval by the Board of Trustees following review at the department, college and University levels and a favorable recommendation by the provost to the president and Board. Enclosed is a copy of our department's promotion and tenure policies. Assistant professor with prior service credit Lack of prior service credit does not mean that an individual must serve a full probationary period at Ohio State.
Earlier review is possible when justified by the record of accomplishment.
Thus prior service credit should not be requested unless a candidate demands it and even in those circumstances the department should discourage the candidate. Often faculty members with prior service credit experience slowed productivity during the first year or two, resulting in a marginal record at the time of the mandatory review. Prior service credit may be especially problematic for faculty whose prior experience was at a non-peer institution. The appointment is probationary and you will be reviewed annually at which time you will be informed as to whether your appointment will renewed. Normally an assistant professor is reviewed for tenure and promotion during the sixth year of service unless the faculty member's accomplishments warrant earlier review.