Visiting Faculty
Individuals who hold a primary faculty appointment at another academic or research institution and who intend to participate in UMass Chan Medical School educational and research programs for a limited time (usually up to one year) may be appointed as Visiting Faculty. Visiting Faculty members are usually appointed at the academic rank (or equivalent) that the individual holds at their primary institution. The term “Visiting” precedes the academic rank: e.g., Visiting Professor of Department.
Appointment
Visiting Faculty members are appointed by a modified procedure (APP, Section 3.14) that does not require review by DPAC, PAC or Executive Council. To appoint an individual as a Visiting Faculty member, the chair or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean (as applicable) submits the following to the T.H. Chan School of Medicine Dean (if applicable), and the Provost or their designee:
- A written recommendation by the chair or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean that includes a description of the proposed duties of the Visiting Faculty member, the duration of the appointment (usually up to one year), and their qualifications for the position;
- The candidate’s curriculum vitae; and
- A letter from the chair or equivalent official at the institution where the individual holds their academic appointment. This letter should confirm the candidate’s rank and title, state that the candidate is in good academic standing, and recommend the candidate for a visiting appointment at UMass Chan Medical School. No other external letters of evaluation are required.
The T.H. Chan School of Medicine Dean (if applicable) and the Provost or their designee reviews these materials, makes a decision to approve or not approve the appointment, and informs the chair or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean and the candidate.
Reappointment
The appointment of a Visiting Faculty Member may be extended on recommendation by the chair or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean (as applicable) and approval by the T.H. Chan School of Medicine Dean (if applicable) and Provost or their designee. Visiting Faculty appointments for longer than two years are not allowed; individuals requiring a longer appointment must be appointed as Adjunct Faculty.
Resignation
Individuals may resign their faculty appointment on prior written notification to the chair or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean (as applicable) at the earliest possible opportunity, but at least 90 days prior to the effective date of resignation.
Termination
The appointment of an Visiting Faculty member may be terminated at any time by the chair, T.H. Chan School of Medicine Dean, or Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing Dean (as applicable) on prior written notification to the individual at least 30 days in advance of termination of appointment.