Abstract
At research-intensive universities in the United States, eligible faculty must generally excel in research, teaching and service in order to receive tenure. To meet these high standards, junior faculty should begin planning for a strong tenure case from their first day on the job. Here, we provide practical information, commentary and advice on how biomedical faculty at research-intensive institutions can prepare strategically for a successful tenure review.
Highlights
Know the rules of the game The crucial first step in preparing for tenure is to understand the processes and expectations at your institution, for your position
New tenure-track faculty members at research-intensive (R1 or R2) institutions [1] emerge from a competitive, months-long job search process, eager to begin their independent careers
Nobel Laureate and former Howard Hughes Medical Institute President Tom Cech has likened this to getting a driver’s license: “All of a sudden you have all of this freedom to turn when you want to turn or to go straight when you want to go straight
Summary
Introduction New tenure-track faculty members at research-intensive (R1 or R2) institutions [1] emerge from a competitive, months-long job search process, eager to begin their independent careers. At this early stage, the tenure process may seem far away – about 6 years at most institutions – but tenure-planning should begin as soon as possible. Being a new faculty member comes with a steep learning curve. How to balance the day-to-day tasks of a brand-new faculty member with the long-term career-planning you need for your future? How to balance the day-to-day tasks of a brand-new faculty member with the long-term career-planning you need for your future? This special issue of BMC Proceedings contains other valuable articles on managing the specific and
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