Appointment Timelines. The University shall send the written letter(s) of appointment, reappointment, or work assignment required by Section 1 (Written Letter of Appointment) at least four (4) weeks before the work assignment begins. It is understood by both parties that in certain circumstances (such as where outside funding is involved) some appointments cannot be finalized under this timetable, but the University will in good faith provide as much information as is possible within this four (4) week timeline. The employee will have the opportunity to review and discuss the terms of the appointment letters and any modifications with the relevant supervisor and may request a Union representative be present during these discussions. The University must respond to any written requests for discussion within ten (10) business days. If the employee rejects the offered appointment after the discussion phase, the employee will not be entitled to any funding that is dependent on that offer.
Appointment Timelines. MIT shall send a written letter of appointment at least thirty (30) days before the appointment begins. It is understood by both parties that in certain circumstances (such as where outside funding is involved, uncertain enrollments, or other legitimate reasons) some appointments cannot be finalized in advance of the start of the appointment. When it is not possible to provide a finalized appointment letter in advance of the start of an appointment, MIT shall provide an initial letter with whatever information is known at least thirty (30) days before the appointment begins and then update that information as soon as possible thereafter. However, MIT will endeavor in good faith to provide as much information as possible in advance of the start of the appointment. The employee will have the opportunity to review and discuss the contents of the letter with MIT.
