Introduction - Visiting Academics (residents of Australia)

Who does this Cover?

This policy covers an eminent person who is invited to Monash University as a Visiting Academic, who will participate in:

• Research
• Seminars
• Conferences
• Present an occasional lecture

The visitor will be offered either an invitation to visit or a temporary appointment.

How Long can the Visiting Academic Stay?

Visiting Academics may stay for a period of up to 12 months.

In exceptional circumstances this may be extended, however this must have prior approval from the Divisional Director, Human Resources Division.

Where are costs to be charged to?

All costs associated with the Visiting Academic are to be charged to the Department/School, Faculty.

Titles

The title of a Visiting Academic appointed as a staff member for the period of their visit will reflect the level of appointment.
Refer to Workplace Policies and Procedures for guidance on the use of titles for Visiting Academics who are not appointed for the period of their visit.