What is Academic Human Resources?
Academic HR at the University of Washington operates as a crucial hub connecting all three campuses, dedicated to facilitating collaboration and fostering excellence throughout the recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion processes for faculty, librarians, and academic staff. More than just administrative support, our commitment lies in offering an expansive range of resources and expert guidance on university policies, ensuring every member of our academic community can thrive.
Our vision is to be esteemed as a premier provider of superior services and a trusted repository of expertise on academic personnel practices and institutional policies. We’re dedicated to empowering our academic community, ensuring their recognition, respect, and continued success within the university framework.
For Faculty
The Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty (APF) at the UW is dedicated to supporting faculty. From onboarding and leadership development to promotion and tenure, and navigating policy, APF is here to help you succeed.
Academic Titles and Ranks
Explore the UW’s academic titles and ranks through our user-friendly breakdown. Titles and ranks are grouped together for clarity and convenience in your search for key resources.
Policies and Procedures
Access valuable resources detailing UW academic personnel policies, encompassing recruitment, compensation, voting guidelines, and sabbatical leave. Empower yourself with concise information and guidelines for impactful actions affecting UW academics.
Appointment Actions
Find comprehensive information on academic reviews, adding and updating appointments, merit and salary, promotion and tenure, reappointments, separations, and service periods by clicking on the Appointment Actions page. Access guidelines and resources to facilitate smooth processes and informed decisions. Explore now for a seamless experience.
Visas
Access resources for international scholars − faculty and other academic personnel from around the world hosted by the UW. International Scholars Operations (ISO) manages visa sponsorship, offers training, and supports visa requirements.
Forms and Templates
Explore our Forms and Templates page for essential resources. Discover forms for new hires, appointment changes, sabbatical leave, title changes, and salary adjustments. Plus, find letter templates for promotion, tenure, recruitment, hiring, and visa petitions.
Due Dates Calendar
Stay ahead with our Due Dates Calendar for faculty and academic personnel. Access essential dates for appointments, promotions, and more from the Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty (APF).
Updates and announcements
Investing in Leadership, Advancing Excellence: The UW’s 2025–2026 Academic Leadership Program Fellows
May 16, 2025
Five distinguished faculty members will join the Big Ten Academic Alliance’s premier leadership program, furthering the UW’s commitment to institutional stewardship and public engagement. The University of Washington is proud to announce the selection of five accomplished faculty members to represent the university in the 2025–2026 Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) Academic Leadership Program…
Shaping the Future of Bioscience: Allen Institute Next Generation Leaders Program
May 15, 2025
This is not a grant or fellowship opportunity, but it is a valuable platform for rising faculty and researchers to shape the future of bioscience. Faculty and research administrators are encouraged to share this opportunity widely within their departments and networks to support strong participation — including from the University of Washington and beyond. For…
Immigration Registration Requirement Effective April 11, 2025
May 8, 2025
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14159, which implements a registration requirement for certain foreign nationals inside the United States. The changes in this Executive Order went into effect on April 11, 2025. What does the executive order do? Executive Order 14159 requires that nonimmigrants aged 14 years or older who…