Research Hiring

The Office of the Provost has developed the following guide—in collaboration with various University partners—to showcase the many staffing options available to faculty to support their scholarly pursuits. Please review the resources and related guides below to better understand the various structures and related hiring processes available to you.

Any outstanding questions should be directed to your college or school's research dean or finance and administration team.

Please note: Villanova's hiring processes are the same regardless of a position's funding source (e.g. grant vs. University funded). Be advised, work cannot begin until the hiring process is complete and appropriate work authorization has been provided.

HIRING RESOURCES

   

Faculty

Includes positions such as Research Faculty, Post-Doctoral Scholars and Courtesy Appointments


For Research Faculty, department-based appointments follow college hiring procedures.

Learn more.

 
Learn more about Villanova’s approach to mentored research and scholarly training

Guidelines for Postdoctoral Positions

Postdoctoral Mentoring Plans


Non-compensated, limited-duration appointments only for which a formal appointment letter is requested.

Courtesy Appointment Form

Staff

Includes positions such as Research/Lab/Field assistants, technicians and associates, with related compensation guidelines

 

Hiring Rubric for Research Staff (VU login required)

 

Students

Includes positions such as Graduate Assistants and Student Workers, as well as other student opportunities

Tuition remission and stipend compensation employment experiences.

GA Stipend Rates, Onboarding and Instructions

Inclusive of Student Employment and Graduate Assistant Hourly (GAH) positions

Hiring Guide for Student Employees

Student Job Posting Guide