About the Office
The Office of Faculty Affairs in the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost manages various aspects related to faculty at Carolina. Under the leadership of the Senior Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, the office is comprised of the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Faculty Affairs Human Resources Team. Functions supported by the Office of Faculty Affairs include:
- Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure
- Special Faculty Hiring Programs
- Faculty Development and Training
- Faculty Reviews
- Faculty Personnel Policies and Guidelines
- Faculty-specific Leaves
- Faculty Performance or Conduct Concerns
- Faculty Retention
- Faculty External Activities
- Faculty Awards and Recognition
Our Mission
The Office of Faculty Affairs strives to promote an environment that ensures the success of faculty, regardless of career path. We partner with schools, departments and other academic units to ensure faculty have the tools needed to successfully advance their careers at Carolina. We develop and celebrate outstanding and diverse faculty, creating a culture of faculty excellence that adheres to the highest standards of collegiality, respect and integrity. We provide leadership, guidance and oversight of university-wide strategies and programs to provide resources for faculty success.