

Appointment or promotion to this rank is evidence of wide external and internal recognition of independent contribution to research in the individual's field. They possess a demonstrated research competence equal to that of a tenured faculty member. Individuals holding such an appointment conduct independent investigations, with the ability to direct the work of others. Senior Research Scientist, Senior Research Engineer, and Senior Research Associate are the senior positions in the campus research staff structure and for that reason have been designated academic staff positions with special status and prerogatives. 5.3.1 Senior Research Scientist, Senior Research Engineer, Senior Research Associate

Also see Section 5.4 Procedures for Research Appointments for additional procedural information.

3.0 Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure Guidelines.2.0 Faculty and Other Academic Appointments.
