Common use of Postdoctoral Scholar Clause in Contracts

Postdoctoral Scholar. a fixed-term paid appointment with primary duties in the areas of research and scholarship, typically undertaken as part of a research team or lab. Postdoctoral Scholars work in a mentored position where identified faculty mentors and the Employer provide training and professional development through a written program of mentoring designed to support successful development as an independent scholar. Postdoctoral Scholar appointments may be renewed annually for up to three years, so long as the postdoctoral scholar is within five years from receipt of the doctoral degree. In rare circumstances, the appointment may be renewed for up to one additional year. Approval for this extension is granted by the Office of Postdoctoral Programs. Rank is Postdoctoral Scholar.