Adjunct (non-MD) Faculty
Description:
To be eligible for an adjunct appointment, the individual must hold employment with another institution and possess specialized expertise or learning that is of value to the department. The job description at the other institution is primarily non-academic in nature. For example, a candidate might be an employee in industry or government or a professional who has specialized qualifications for teaching purposes. This category includes, among others, individuals in the Rehabilitation Sciences who are employed in private clinics. Adjunct appointments do not normally involve rank and they are not eligible for promotion.
Duration:
These appointments must be fixed term appointments, usually 1 to 3 years. Where possible, they should end on June 30th. Activity reports to be submitted to the Department Chair on an annual basis.
Approval:
DAC – Dept. Chair – HR – Dean
Available Rank:
None. Title only.
Required Documents:
| Document Type | Agent Responsible for Supplying | When Required |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form (online) | Candidate or Employer | On Application |
| Curriculum Vitae | Candidate | On Application |
| Letter of support from U of T Department Chair | U of T Department Chair | Prior to Approval |
| Draft Letter of Offer | U of T Department Appointments Coordinator | Prior to Approval |
| Signed Back Letter of Offer | Candidate | After Receiving Letter of Offer |
*DAC = Departmental Appointments Committee
*SC = Search Committee
*HR = Human Resources
*FAAC = Faculty Appointments Advisory Committee
Additionally..
The Department of Psychiatry requires
- a Letter of Support from a Department of Psychiatry Division Director
The Department of Family and Community Medicine requires
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Academic Job Description
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Professional Development Plan
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Letter of Support from the Hospital or Clinical Site Chief