DATE NAME AND ADDRESS
OF POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW
Dear Dr. X,
I am pleased to offer you a position in my laboratory at the University of Connecticut Health Center as a University Postdoctoral Fellow. This appointment will commence on [INSERT DATE] at the
full-time annual equivalent salary of $ XXXXX [ NOTE: CURRENT MINIMUM IS $36,996]. This appointment is for a period of one year, to [INSERT DATE]. Please contact me immediately if we need to
adjust the starting date. Continuation of this appointment is contingent on successful performance, achievement of objectives, compliance with applicable regulations and policies, organizational
need, obtaining/retaining valid immigration status if necessary, and availability of funds.
University Postdoctoral Fellows employed more than 20% are members of the University Health Professionals (UHP) bargaining unit. In accordance with the UHP collective bargaining agreement, all
employees shall serve a six (6) month probationary period. The initial probationary period may be extended by the Health Center, but shall not exceed a total of one year. Postdoctoral fellows are
reappointed annually. The training period for postdoctoral fellows cannot ordinarily exceed 5 years duration at the University of Connecticut Health Center.
In this position you will report directly to [INSERT NAME OF PI OR OTHER SUPERVISOR] and will be responsible for the following project and accountabilities, including but not limited to:
[DESCRIBE SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW AND IN ADDITION THE TRAINING TO BE PROVIDED TO THEM].
You will receive a packet of benefit information, new employee sign-up forms, and instructions within a few days. The signed forms must be returned to Human Resources in order to complete your
employment processing. In accordance with the University of Connecticut Health Center policy and procedures, all appointments are subject to clearance through criminal background checks, federal
sanctions checks, Occupational Medicine, and continuation contingent upon successful completion of a probationary period, satisfactory employment performance, and adherence to all applicable
University of Connecticut Health Center policies and compliance regulations. This appointment is also governed by the applicable provisions of the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Please contact Occupational Medicine at 860-679-2893 to schedule an appointment and obtain the necessary forms for your pre-employment clearance that must be completed prior to your start date.
Your full-time equivalent annual salary is $[XXXX] based on your 100% job assignment. This salary will be paid to you bi-weekly. In addition, you will be eligible for health insurance. Your
coverage will begin approximately 31-60 days after you are employed. There are many health plan options available. A list of health plan options is available on
www.osc.state.ct.us. You will also
be eligible for other benefits available to University Postdoctoral Fellows as described in the UHP contract and addendum. You will be provided with this information upon employment.
You may find the following of interest as well:
Please acknowledge your agreement with this appointment by your signature below and on the attached position description. Return to me no later than [INSERT DATE].
Sincerely yours,
PI Name
(Title)
(Department)
XXX
Department Head
Dr. Gerald Maxwell
Associate Dean for Postdoctoral and External Affairs
Accepted:
New Employee Signature and Date
c: Jean Morningstar, UHP
Sheila Carenzo, Human Resources
Jaishree Duggal, Human Resources |
