Common use of Application to Convert from Fixed-Term to Continuing Employment Clause in Contracts

Application to Convert from Fixed-Term to Continuing Employment. (a) A fixed-term employee may apply to the University to be converted to continuing employment provided that he/she: (i) was initially appointed to the University through an externally advertised selection process; and (ii) has held the position that he/she is currently in for a period of at least three years or is in the third year of fixed-term employment in that position in circumstances where the contract will expire on or after the third anniversary of initial appointment to the position; and (iii) is demonstrating satisfactory performance in the position. (b) The University may reject an application under clause 16.2.2 (a) on reasonable grounds. Such grounds shall include, but not be limited to, that the position is funded from source(s) external to the University.