At the University of Washington Office for Academic Personnel and Faculty, Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs provides comprehensive guidance and support for faculty, librarians, residents and fellows, postdocs, and academic staff. We are dedicated to advancing faculty success through clear policies, efficient processes, and strategic resources.
Within Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs, two teams carry out this work:
Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs Operations collaborates across campuses to facilitate recruitment, hiring, retention, and promotion. This team provides detailed guidance on appointments, promotions, tenure, reappointments, separations, and the use of standardized forms, templates, and calendars that streamline faculty management.
International Scholars Operations supports the UW’s global academic community by processing requests for visa sponsorship, offering training and guidance to academic units, and helping international scholars maintain compliance with their visas.
Together, these teams make Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs a premier resource for fostering academic excellence, supporting professional advancement, and ensuring that UW remains a destination for world-class faculty and scholars.
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
2027-2028 Interfolio Promotion & Tenure Template Preparation
November 3, 2026
This guide provides a concise reference for preparing Interfolio templates, managing committees, and avoiding common issues during the 2027-2028 Promotion & Tenure cycle. Key Updates for 2027-2028 All SCCs must duplicate the APF foundational template (DEP or UNDEP) for the new cycle. SCCs should direct departments to use or duplicate the SCC template as appropriate.…
October 2026 eDigest
October 29, 2026
This month's update includes important AP Census reminders, faculty search tools and training opportunities, upcoming international scholar workshops, and helpful APF resources for academic administrators. Key Dates & Reminders Faculty Recruitment & Search Support International Scholar Support APF Resources Spotlight Key Dates & Reminders October 31, 2026: Complete Census-Impacting Workday Updates The annual Academic Personnel…
What Open Access Week Has to Offer UW Faculty
October 14, 2026
Each year, International Open Access Week brings together scholars, educators, students, librarians, and institutions to explore how knowledge is created, shared, and accessed. This year's programming from UW Libraries offers faculty practical opportunities to learn about scholarly publishing, research dissemination, grant requirements, open educational resources, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence on knowledge sharing.…