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This document outlines the procedures, criteria, and policies regarding promotion and tenure for faculty members at the University of Houston.

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How to fill out Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013

1. Review the Promotion and Tenure Guidelines document thoroughly.
2. Understand the eligibility criteria for promotion and tenure.
3. Gather required documentation such as CV, teaching evaluations, and research outcomes.
4. Compile a statement of teaching philosophy and research agenda.
5. Organize your work samples and evidence of service contributions.
6. Complete any necessary forms as specified in the guidelines.
7. Ensure that all materials are formatted correctly and meet submission deadlines.
8. Submit the compiled materials to the relevant committee or department chair.

Who needs Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

1. Faculty members seeking promotion within their academic institution.
2. New faculty members who want to understand the promotion and tenure process.
3. Department chairs and committees involved in the evaluation process.
4. Tenured faculty who are mentoring junior faculty in the process.

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What are the rules of tenure?

A tenured appointment is an indefinite appointment that can be terminated only for cause or under extraordinary circumstances such as financial exigency and program discontinuation.

At what age do professors usually get tenure?

In 2011, a survey conducted by TIAA-CREF Institute senior researcher Paul J. Yakoboski estimated that 73% of professors with senior tenure ranged between the ages of 60 and 66 and that the remaining 27% were above the age of 66.

What qualifies a professor for tenure?

In order to attain the position of professor, in some fields, an academic must usually complete a "Habilitation" (a kind of broader second PhD thesis; the very highest degree available within the university, entitling the holder to be a "full professor"), after which they are eligible for tenureship.

Do tenured professors get paid well?

How much does a Tenured Professor make? As of May 19, 2025, the average annual pay for a Tenured Professor in the United States is $80,057 a year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $38.49 an hour. This is the equivalent of $1,539/week or $6,671/month.

How long before a professor gets tenure?

For those that are tenure track, it generally takes about seven years to earn tenure while working as an assistant professor. Tenure is determined by a combination of research, teaching, and service, with each factor weighted ing to the values of a particular university, college or department.

How long does it take to get tenured as a professor?

Faculty who are hired on a tenure track first undergo a probationary period, working full time before being granted tenure. The AAUP recommends this period not surpass seven years, though ad hoc extensions may occur — especially in cases where faculty request time off for parental leave or elder care.

What is the difference between promotion and tenure?

Tenure is campus-specific. Tenure-track faculty hired in the School of Medicine have a nine-year tenure probationary timeline. Promotion, on the other hand, is the recognition of achievements in the faculty member's respective fields of work, their accomplishments and level of expertise at key intervals.

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What is Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

The Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013 provide a framework for faculty members regarding the criteria and processes for obtaining promotion and tenure within an academic institution during that academic year.

Who is required to file Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

All faculty members seeking promotion or tenure must file the Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013 as part of their application process.

How to fill out Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

To fill out the Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013, faculty members should carefully review the guidelines provided, complete the required forms, and compile necessary documentation such as teaching evaluations, research contributions, and service records.

What is the purpose of Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

The purpose of the Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013 is to standardize the evaluation process for faculty members, ensuring fairness and transparency in the promotion and tenure decision-making.

What information must be reported on Promotion and Tenure Guidelines 2012-2013?

The information that must be reported includes a summary of teaching effectiveness, research accomplishments, service to the institution and community, and any other relevant professional activities that demonstrate the candidate's qualifications for promotion or tenure.