Faculty Appointment Procedure

Purpose

This guide outlines the process for completing the 2026 . This form serves as the primary tool for managing faculty employment under the Research Foundation.

Faculty Appointment Form Completion Process [pdf]

Scope

The Project Director (PI) initiates this form whenever a faculty member needs to be hired or when changes occur to their existing project-based employment. Use this form for:

  • New Hires: Bringing a faculty member onto a project for the first time.
  • Employment Changes: Updates to pay rates, project allocations, or extensions.
  • Additional Appointments: Adding new roles or duties to a faculty member's current workload.

Workday Resources

Additional resources for Faculty appointments can be found on the Workday Training Hub webpage.

Important Distinction

Note: Employment through the Research Foundation is a separate legal entity from San José State University (ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø). Policies, benefits, and payroll systems may differ accordingly.