Pre-recruitment
Determine
mode and time fraction of appointment
Faculties and divisions must
determine whether the appointment is to be continuing, fixed-term,
casual or sessional, as well as the time fraction of any continuing
or fixed-term appointment.
The
length of a fixed term appointment is determined by the period for
which the employment is required. The length of each term will vary
according to the particular circumstances. The following is
provided as a general guide only and each case will be treated on
its merits:
| Academic
roles |
| Research-only |
For
periods of up to 3 years where funding is available and the
required research extends beyond 12 months. |
| Teaching |
Generally
up to a maximum of 3 years. However each case is determined on
its merits and available budget. |
| Professorial |
For
periods of up to 5 years based on the merits of the case and
availability of budget. |
| Professional
roles |
| HEW
1-10 |
Generally
up to a maximum of 3 years. However each case determined on its
merits and availability of budget |
For
further information please refer to Categories
of employment. |
