CHEMISTRY Research Associate (Post Doc) Appointment Letter of Offer TemplateBenefits Eligible
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Dear [Name of Selected Candidate]: It gives me great pleasure to offer you an appointment as a Research Associate/Postdoctoral Position/Visiting Scientist, a benefits eligible, exempt position, in the Department of Chemistry at The University of Arizona. This position is effective [Start Date through End Date], and provides an annualized salary of $___________. This employment offer is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome of any pre-employment screening activities or criminal background checks that may be required under University policy or Arizona Board of Regents policy 6-709. Your initial duties shall consist of [insert paragraph setting forth terms and conditions specific to the position. Using language derived from the job description assist in setting performance standards and establishing specific measurable outcomes for the employee.]. All duties and responsibilities shall be carried out under the direction of [Research Director/Supervisor’s Name] and shall be related to your expertise and competence. You will be provided with guidance and support to contribute to your success. When you have questions or concerns you are encouraged to meet with your supervisor. As an organization we value achievement, productivity, integrity, and cooperation. We strive for excellence in research, teaching and community outreach. The synergy between Chemistry and other science disciplines and the collaborative atmosphere characterizes the scientific endeavor at the University of Arizona. As a member of the Department you will contribute to a nationally recognized Research I, land grant institution. All appointed positions are year-to-year, and may be renewed contingent upon availability of funding and satisfactory performance. The policies which govern this position are articulated in the Conditions of Professional Service Section 6-301 of the Arizona Board of Regents Policy Manual and under Chapter four of the University Handbook for Appointed Personnel. [If moving expenses are being paid for the individual, insert the following paragraph] Your moving expenses will be reimbursed to you up to a maximum of $_________. You may contact Loreli Panico, Sr. Business Manager at panicol@email.arizona.edu or 520.621.6356 who can advise you on procedures to follow upon receipt of the estimates. You will receive a packet of information describing the outstanding benefit programs at the University of Arizona. You may also access benefits information on the Human Resources website at www.hr.arizona.edu. If you choose to participate in any of the benefit programs, you must enroll within the first 30 days of your employment. Coverage will then become effective the first of the month after your on-line enrollment is submitted or your enrollment application is received by Human Resources. If you do not enroll within the 30-day enrollment period, you will waive your rights to participate in the benefits programs until the next annual open enrollment period.
Full-Time eligible employees on year-to-year appointments are granted an annual paid vacation leave allowance of 22 work days per year. In addition, The University of Arizona observes ten holidays each year, as designated by the President and approved by the Board of Regents. To receive compensation for a holiday, an employee must be at work or be on paid status on the normal work days preceding and following the holiday. Effective with your date of hire or eligibility date, you will be enrolled automatically in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) as the default retirement plan. Appointed Personnel of the University of Arizona have a one-time opportunity to elect participation in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). Election in one of the two retirement plans must be made on the appropriate forms and returned to Human Resources within 30 days of your date of hire or eligibility date. If you take no action within your 30-day election period, you will remain enrolled in the ASRS plan during your eligible employment with the University of Arizona. The University of Arizona is required by federal law (The Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986) to verify the identity and work authorization of all new employees. Accordingly, this offer is contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to be employed in the United States. In addition, this employment offer is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome of any preemployment screening activities or criminal background checks that may be required under University policy or Arizona Board of Regents policy 6-709. On or before your first day of employment, you will be required to complete Section 1 of the I-9 form. Within three (3) business days of the date your employment begins, you must also present to your department original documentation to establish (1) true identity and (2) eligibility to be employed in the United States. Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) policy provides that misrepresentation of an individual’s qualifications or credentials in securing employment at the University may be grounds for dismissal. Please consult with Stacey Tutas in our Business Office for further information regarding this requirement. This letter constitutes the full terms of our employment offer and supersedes all other commitments either written or verbal that may have been made to you. I would appreciate receiving a response to this offer by [Enter Date]. You may indicate acceptance by signing below and returning a signed copy of this letter to me at the above address. Please call or e-mail me at [Enter phone & email address] if you have any questions about the Department, the University, or the terms of this offer. I am looking forward to having you join the [NAME of Faculty Research Group]. Sincerely,
The foregoing letter of agreement is accepted: ___________________________________ Name _________________ Date