Overview
Research and scholarship activity leaves are designed to allow for sustained periods of concentrated study and scholarly work, and to promote collaboration and exchange of knowledge. A research and scholarship activity leave is available to a member on a continuing appointment only.
Please refer to Article 32 Research and Scholarship Activity Leave in the RRU Faculty Agreement for a detailed description: 2022-2025 RRU-RRUFA Collective Agreement.
Eligibility
- A member is eligible to apply for an RSA leave if they:
- have at least five years of service and
- intend a subsequent leave after three years following the return from the previous leave.
Duration of leave
Normally leaves will be between three to nine months. All leaves shall be at 90% of salary.
Selection criteria
Recommendation shall be made based on the review of the application materials and using the following criteria:
- The scholarly/research/professional purpose of the proposed activity
- The intended benefit to the member and the University
Conditions upon return of RSA
- A member receiving a RSA leave shall be obliged to return to the University and resume full-time duties for a one-year period regardless of the duration of the leave. Should a member not satisfy this condition through voluntary resignation or retirement, the member will be indebted to the University for the amount of cost incurred by the university replacing the individual during the leave period.
- Members who are unable to immediately satisfy their obligation to meet the condition set out in Article 32.10 a) due to a compassionate situation, such as outlined in 34.6, may defer their obligation until such time as the situation at issue permits.
- A final report will be due upon completion of leave
Application deadline
Submit the complete package (application form, all supporting documentation, and approvals) to the Office of Research Service (RRUInternalAwards@royalroads.ca) by July 31, 11:59 pm.