The 2008 Scientific & Research Engineer Appointments Process

The scientific appointments process and research engineering appointments process at NCAR provides the institution with the intellectual leadership necessary to identify, direct, and contribute to solving the most important and challenging problems in atmospheric science. The scientific appointments ladder at NCAR has four levels: scientists I and II are term appointments made by the NCAR divisions and programs, while the scientists III and senior scientist appointments are without term. Advancement or appointment to scientist III or senior scientist is based on nomination and a process of confidential review and recommendation that involves both the senior scientific staff and senior management through the Appointments Review Group. The criteria for appointment, the review process, and the procedures used by the ARG during the annual appointments process are described in this guide. The Supplemental Materials defining criteria for Appointment have recently been added to this site in response to input from staff. These provide greater explanation and description of the appointment criteria and outline the measures used to evaluate nominations.

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