Transition & Onboarding

Phase 6

Purpose of This Phase

Transition and onboarding reflect the institution’s commitment to faculty hiring as a long-term investment and the beginning of a colleague’s career at the institution.

What Happens in This Phase

Following acceptance of an offer, departments focus on welcoming the new faculty member and supporting their integration into the academic community. Early connections are made to mentoring structures and professional resources, including, but not limited to, the Faculty Hub.

Key Faculty Decisions

Departments typically decide:

  • How to welcome and orient the new colleague
  • How to share departmental norms and expectations
  • How to support mentoring and development beyond the first year

Required Steps

  • Share name of new hire with the Faculty Hub
  • Completion of institutional onboarding processes

Recommended Practices

  • Assigning mentors intentionally
  • Establishing early check-ins during the first year
  • Connecting new faculty with teaching, mentoring, and research support

Tools & Resources

  • New Faculty Onboarding Checklist
  • Mentoring Guide
  • First-Year Planning Worksheet

Supports & Contacts

  • Department Chair
  • Faculty Hub (teaching, mentoring, scholarship, leadership support)
  • Dean’s Office