HONORARY ADJUNCT APPOINTMENT Information Sheet

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1 HONORARY ADJUNCT APPOINTMENT Information Sheet Appointment as an Honorary Adjunct will be on the basis of the appointee s recognition among peers in academia, business, professional or cultural communities, or the public sector. These appointments will be made selectively to ensure the continuing high status of these positions and that of the University. Honorary Adjunct appointments can be made at the levels of: Honorary Adjunct Teaching Fellow Honorary Adjunct Senior Teaching Fellow Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor Honorary Adjunct Professor The criteria for appointment in determining the suitability of individuals will be consistent with the Bond University s Policy HRP 1.04 and consideration of: Significant advantages accruing to the University; Recognition amongst peers; Recognition of distinction and achievement in: academia, industry, the profession, business or the community. Within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine Honorary Adjunct titles are further determined through the Faculty s Committee. This Committee meets bi-monthly and may seek further information (e.g. comment from referees) before confirming an appointment, so it can take a number of weeks to finalise the process. If you have any queries about the progress of your application, please address your enquiry to the Committee at [email protected] The criteria for each level of appointment are expanded in Part 1, although the types of evidence that may be accepted as indicating distinction or academic excellence in one s discipline have been broadened to take in account the varied contexts of clinical practice. By way of example, the most common level of appointment for an applicant who has successfully completed postgraduate training in medicine will be Honorary Adjunct Senior Teaching Fellow or Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor. To assist the Committee in making a determination please complete Part 2 containing the University Honorary Adjunct Details form together with the additional information required by the Faculty as part of the s application. In particular the sponsorship section is mandatory and needs to be completed by a Bond staff member (not honorary adjunct), including current/proposed roles in faculty activities. As student learning is supported by online resources including copies of lecture slides and audio recordings of lectures, Honorary Adjuncts who assist with the development or delivery of lectures or other learning activities, including online materials, must complete and return Part 3. This consent gives the Faculty permission to make available the materials you develop and deliver to the students Applicants for appointment at higher levels (Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor or Honorary Adjunct Professor) consistent with policy will be persons of distinction and achievement and normally will hold simultaneously (or be a retiree from) an appropriate position in academia, industry, business, the professions, government or the community. Applicants for appointment at these higher levels must submit a covering letter addressing how they meet the criteria for appointment at the level sought. By way of support Part 4 provides a checklist of the required criteria. 1. APPROVAL PROCESS Faculty s Committee: a) For all levels up to Honorary Adjunct Assistant: A short written statement outlining the benefits to the Faculty of the appointment; Curriculum Vitae (see Section 4.1 of the Policy HRP 1.04) Page 1

2 Information Sheet Completion of all Part 2 sections (Faculty Honorary Adjunct Application form). In particular, the sponsorship section is mandatory and needs to be completed by a Bond staff member (not honorary adjunct), including current/proposed roles in faculty activities. Permission to Use Resources Part 3 b) For all levels above Honorary Adjunct Assistant: A covering letter providing evidence at the level sought aligned to Part 4 checklist. University Human Resources Send approved Honorary Adjunct Agreement, Position Descripton, Details Form together with Offer Letter for signature Retain signed Agreement and Position Descripton Faculty Induct Honorary Adjunct upon commencement ie staff card, library and access 2. DURATION The duration of the is upto three (3) years and will cease upon the expiration of that time period. Bond University may invite the Appointee to continue their appointment for a further three year term, having regard to the level of contribution during the initial period of appointment. Either party may terminate the appointment prior to the end of the appointment term by giving the other party a minimum of one (1) months written notice. Bond University can terminate the appointment immediately in the event of misconduct, serious misconduct or a breach of faith with regard to the work of the Honorary Adjunct. Where the professional registration status of an appointee changes after their appointment to Bond University, it is a requirement that they notify the Dean within 14 days of this occurring. Where the change in registration status is considered to be relevant to their academic appointment with Bond University, they will be requested to provide a response regarding the matter. A decision will be made by the Dean as to whether the matter is such that the reputation of the Faculty and University would be adversely impacted upon by their continuing academic appointment. In the event that an issue arises concerning an Appointee, which in the opinion of Bond University, has the potential to adversely impact upon the University s reputation, the Appointee will be given an opportunity to explain why their Honorary Adjunct appointment should be retained. A recommendation regarding the status of the academic appointment will be made by the Dean to the s Committee, who will make the final decision. In the event of termination, the Appointee is no longer eligible to use the title or to access the benefits associated with the appointment. 3. USE OF TITLE Appointees are eligible to use their academic title in forums and correspondence. In all formal and University communications, the full title is to be used for the address. This includes correspondence which is issued by the appointee in a professional capacity, any promotional activities related to your academic role with Bond University or when identifying the academic appointee s status in resumes or curriculum vitae. The salutation may be shortened to the more familiar form ( Professor ) when used verbally. Academic staff should not seek to represent any endorsement by Bond University of their professional or personal products or services. Appointees are not entitled to make any reference to Bond University in advertising, other than where it relates to the location of their academic appointment. Appointees are encouraged to refer any promotional use of their academic title to the Faculty for confirmation that it is consistent with the requirements of this policy. However, at the termination of the appointment the Honorary Adjunct must cease using the title but may refer to themselves as a former Honorary Adjunct. In the event that Bond University identifies the misuse of an Academic Title by an appointee of Bond University, they will be asked to provide a response as to why it should not be removed. In this way, the integrity of the academic rank, which is issued only following careful assessment, will be preserved. 4. TYPES OF ENGAGEMENT Honorary Adjunct appointments are not remunerated and therefore not eligible for employment entitlement such as superannuation or leave. Similarly, the arrangement is not subject to an industrial agreement or award. 5. BENEFITS Appointees may receive one or more of the following benefits: Page 2

3 The right to use the title Honorary Adjunct for a fixed period Staff Card Library access; An IT account giving access privileges depending on operational needs; Building access rights (in cases of demonstrated operational need); Access to the Fitness Centre; and Parking permit Information Sheet 6. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS The range of activities which an Appointee may be involved in may include, but are not limited to: Contribution to the design and review of a teaching curriculum within the Faculty; Delivery of lectures/tutorials in content areas related to the Appointee s area of professional expertise and interest; Teach in accordance with faculty and university policies and procedures, as amended from time to time; Involvement with Assessment eg writing items, standard setting, marking, OSCE examinations. Participation in Specialty Reference Groups to oversight specific themes of Faculty curriculum; Participation in professional and community service including contributions to relevant professional societies and to the community; Participation in the interview selection process of students; Participation in promotion, marketing and recruitment activities; Assist in the planning and provision of clinical placement opportunities for students; Acting as a mentor to students. Appointees are reminded that this appointment is government by Bond University s policies and procedures and are required to ensure their conduct is in accordance with the highest ethical standards at all times when engaged in Bond University related business. 7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (aligned to Policy) The Appointee acknowledges that the Intellectual Property Policy of the University applies to them, and that they will not, prior to the transfer of any rights to any Intellectual Property under the applicable University policy, take any action which would in any way abrogate, encumber, restrict or transfer the interest in the Intellectual Property. 8. CONFIDENTIALITY (aligned to Policy) The Appointee must agree to the Bond University confidentiality clause in the Agreement. acknowledged by the signing of the Honorary Adjunct Agreement issued by Human Resources. This clause is 9. RESEARCH The Appointee undertakes to cite Bond University in any publications, as appropriate. Bond University identifies appointees who have published since their appointment and seek their written agreement to including the publication in the University s research record for reporting purposes. This may include reporting to external bodies. In the absence of any agreement regarding Intellectual Property, such reporting does not represent any claim by Bond University in the intellectual property of the subject matter. Page 3

4 PART 1 - Title Criteria TITLE Honorary Adjunct Teaching Fellow Honorary Adjunct Senior Teaching Fellow Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor Honorary Adjunct Professor CRITERIA A Teaching Fellow is expected to make a contribution to the teaching effort of the Faculty and University, particularly at undergraduate and graduate certificate and diploma levels, and to carry out activities to develop their scholarly and professional expertise relevant to their discipline or profession. A Senior Teaching Fellow is expected to make a significant contribution to the teaching effort of the Faculty and University, particularly at undergraduate and graduate diploma levels, and to engage in activities that develop the scholarly and professional expertise that they bring to their teaching. An Assistant Professor is expected to contribute to teaching, research and service in the Faculty and University. He or she is also expected to maintain and develop activities relevant to their profession or discipline. Appointment or promotion to the rank of Assistant Professor requires a proven potential to undertake successfully an academic career in a private university. Associate Professors are expected to make a significant contribution to all activities of the Faculty and the University and play a significant role within their profession or discipline. They are expected to play a major role and provide leadership in teaching, research, scholarship and academic administration. An Associate Professor on appointment is equivalent to an experienced Senior Lecturer in comparable public universities. A Professor is expected to exercise a special responsibility in providing leadership in their discipline and profession, within their Faculty, the University, and the community. They should make a distinguished personal contribution and foster excellence in research, teaching, university service, personnel issues, professional activities and policy development. A Professor is recognized as a leading authority in their discipline. Appointment or promotion to the rank of Professor may be obtained only on the basis of distinguished academic career spanning years of substantial contribution to research and scholarship, and will require a demonstrable excellence and leadership in academic, teaching and professional achievement. Page 4

5 Part 2 - Honorary Adjunct Application Form APPLICATION New Renew CANDIATE DETAILS Surname Given Names Preferred Name Title DOB / / Gender Male Female Home Address Suburb State Postcode Postal Address Suburb State Postcode Phone Mobile Address Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Address Relationship Contact Phone Number Australian Permanent Resident/Citizen Mobile Number Yes No Visa Number Country of Birth First Language (Spoken at home) English Other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Yes No CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Date Awarded Degree / Diploma Institution Location (city, country) Page 5

6 Part 2 - Honorary Adjunct Application Form CURRENT PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Profession Medicine Physiotherapy Med Lab Science Other (please specify) Sports/Ex Science Nutrition/Dietetics Specialisation Yes (specify specialisation)... Based At Address OTHER PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Period (inclusive dates) Title Institution Location (city, country) PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION(S) Date Received Type CANDIDATE SPONSOR DETAILS Sponsor must be a current a Bond staff member and a letter of support from your sponsor must be sent with this application Sponsor Name & Title Facility/Department Activities CANDIDATE REFEREE S Name and contact information of two referees who can comment on your clinical experience and professional standing. Referee #1 Referee #2 Page 6

7 Part 2 - Honorary Adjunct Application Form TEACHING ACTIVITIES Please indicate which teaching activities you are willing to participate in Teaching Activities Bond University (on Campus) In clinic / office / hospital Online Supervising students on placements Tutoring individual students Tutoring small groups of students Acting as a mentor to students Delivering lectures or other learning activities* Involvement with Assessment eg writing items, standard setting, marking, OSCE examinations Research and Student Research Projects Participation in the interview selection process for students Developing on-line resources* Serving on a Faculty committee (specify interest): Develop / review curriculum support materials*: IMPORTANT: PLEASE UNSURE YOU ATTACH THE BELOW DOCUMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION: A certified copy of registration(s) Evidence of professional indemnity insurance Letter of support from your listed sponsor CANDIDATE SIGNATURE I apply for an honorary academic appointment at Bond University, and certify that this application and the material provided by way of support is true and accurate. Signature Date HSM COMMITTEE TO COMPLETE Title : Period of Appointment : From / / to / / Reports To APPROVALS DVC/ Dean Executive Dean Date Date Page 7

8 Part 3 Permission to Use Resources If you deliver lectures or other online materials, please return this with your application form I agree to provide to the Bond University an electronic copy of any lecture or other learning activity I deliver to Bond University students. I grant Bond University permission to make an audio or audio visual recording of any or all of the lectures I deliver for Bond University, and to make the recordings available to students during their enrolment at Bond University for their own study and facilitating their learning. I understand that Bond University staff may also review my electronic or audio copies of lectures for the purpose of coordination, planning or external audit of the curriculum or other administrative purposes. I understand that the University will clearly attribute to me all lectures or other resources that I have authored pursuant to its Authorship Policy. I agree that in providing material to Bond University, I shall comply with the provisions of the Copyright Act 1968 and shall appropriately acknowledge the source of any copyrighted third party material delivered in the online environment. I warrant that I am entitled to use any material provided to Bond University because I have obtained the copyright holder s permission, or I am otherwise entitled to use that material under the Copyright Act. Name Signature / / Date Page 8

9 Part 4 Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor or Professor If you are seeking an appointment at the level of Professor or Associate Professor, please ensure that your curriculum vitae includes the following information and addresses the following criteria. Please tick In My Curriculum Vitae Memberships, Offices, Professional Societies (including the Period and Organisation) Academic Appointments (Including the Period, Title, Institution and Location) Other Medical/Health Community Involvement (Including the Period, Focus of activity and Role within the activity) Publications (list and provide full citation for each) Presentations at State, National and International Conferences. (Including the Title of presentation, Names of co-presenters, and the Name and date of the conference) Registrar Speciality Training (including areas of speciality training, Site and Location) Additional Training/Education/Qualifications (Including area of training, Site and Location Awards and Honours (if appropriate) Major Committee Assignments (University, Hospital, National, State, etc) Including Period and Role on Committee Involvement with Professional Journals/Publications (Including Period and Role on Committee) Innovation (e.g. development of clinical protocols, drug development, prosthetics) Involvement with Research Projects (Including the Period, Focus of Research project and role within the project) Teaching Experience (including Period, Institution, Type of students and the nature of the teaching activity) Applicants seeking appointment at a level above Associate Professor must also complete a covering letter in which they identify the level of appointment they seek, and explain why they believe they meet the criteria for appointment at that level. These criteria are detailed below: Criteria for Honorary Adjunct Associate Professor An Honorary Associate Professor is expected to make a significant contribution to all activities of the Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine and play a significant role within their profession or discipline. They are expected to play a major role and provide role and provide leadership in teaching, research, scholarship and academic administration. Academics at this level may be appointed in recognition of their academic excellence, as demonstrated by distinction in their disciplinary area, and their outstanding contribution to one or more of the following areas; clinical practice, research /scholarly activity, teaching, and professional activities. Criteria for Honorary Adjunct Professor An Honorary Adjunct Professor is expected to exercise a special responsibility in providing leadership in their discipline and profession, within the Faculty, the University, and the community. They should make a distinguished personal contribution and foster excellence in research, teaching, university service, personal issues, professional activities and policy development. A Professor is recognised as a leading authority in their discipline. Appointment or promotion to the rank of Honorary Adjunct Professor may be obtained only on the basis of distinguished academic career spanning years of substantial contribution to research and scholarship, and will require a demonstrable excellence and leadership in academic, teaching and professional achievement. Page 9