Recruitment

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Last updated: 03 Aug, 2023 by Lucy Orange
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Types of appointment

There are several types of engagement - please review the options below and follow the links through to the right page to view the process.

You can also use the 'Open, fixed-term and casual - or a contract for services?' HR webpage to help you decide.

Open recruitment

The preferred method of recruitment. Contracts can be fixed-term or permanent.

Direct appointment

To be used for named researchers, TUPE transfers, or a temporary need between 12 weeks - 6 months.

Casual worker

For casual work up to 12 weeks.

(info) Note that GTAs are casual workers but are covered in a separate process: see the GTA page for more information.

Temp pool

For temporary admin support up to 12 weeks.

Contract for services

Where we specify the work to be done and the date by which it is to be completed, but the individual has the freedom to carry out the work in the manner and at times of their own choosing.


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