Support For Your Career
Consulting
I want to do some consulting. Is there any conflict with my University responsibilities?
For more information about our policy, download Outside Professional and Commercial Interests of Faculty/Conflict of Interest (PDF) online at Research Administration.
Appointment & promotion policies
What are the University’s policies on academic appointments, etc.?
For more information, please download Report of the University of Chicago Committee on the Criteria of Academic Appointment (PDF).
What are the University guidelines for promotion?
Talk to your chair first. Also, see Report of the University of Chicago Committee on the Criteria of Academic Appointment (PDF).
Leaves of absence
Can I take a leave of absence?
Please visit Social Sciences Faculty Research Leave Program for more information about taking a leave of absence.
University governance
What are the University governing bodies?
You can learn more about the University governing bodies at the Faculty Handbook.
What is the College Council?
Information about the College Council is found at the University of Chicago Secretary of the Faculties.
Resources
Can I get reimbursed for conference travel?
For more information about how to get reimbursed for conference travel, visit our Conference Travel Policy.
What assistance can I receive from the University for my personal issues? Where do I go for help?
Visit the University of Chicago Benefits Staff and Faculty Assistance Program (SFAP) for more information.
What are the University’s parental and family & medical leave policies?
Visit the Faculty Handbook Parental Leave or Faculty Handbook Childcare Leave.
What is the University's maternity leave policy for full-time Academic Personnel (other than faculty)?
Visit the Faculty Handbook Maternity Leave.
How do I plan for retirement?
You can learn more about the University of Chicago Faculty Retirement Benefits at the Faculty Handbook Benefits.
I've decided to retire. To whom should I talk first (besides my chair)?
You should get in touch with Ingrid Gould (702-8846;
i-gould@uchicago.edu), Associate Provost for Faculty and Student Affairs.
